Lighthouses of New England
by Ray Jones
New England's lighthouses project more than lifesaving beams across treacherous expanses of water. They also project an aura of steadfastness, dependability, and safety--and deservedly so. This guide features descriptions and beautiful photographs of more than sixty lighthouses from Northern Maine to the Long Island Sound.
Paperback
English
Brand New
Publisher Description
New England Lighthouses is a fascinating guide to the most significant lighthouses in New England, including the country's oldest lighthouse, Boston Light. Through stirring historic accounts and stunning color photographs, the stories of lighthouses and their stalwart keepers come to life in vivid detail. From West Quoddy Head Light on the easternmost point of land in the United States to the string of lights along the Connecticut shoreline on the Long Island Sound, each lighthouse has its own engrossing tale of survival against the elements.Discover the rich history behind these majestic sentinels, and learn more about visiting them. Inside you'll find practical information, including:Regional maps showing the location of lightsDirections to the lightsDetails on access and visiting hoursAdvice on the best vantage points for viewing and picture taking
Author Biography
Ray Jones is the author or coauthor of numerous books on history and travel.
Long Description
New England Lighthouses is a fascinating guide to the most significant lighthouses in New England, including the country's oldest lighthouse, Boston Light. Through stirring historic accounts and stunning color photographs, the stories of lighthouses and their stalwart keepers come to life in vivid detail. From West Quoddy Head Light on the easternmost point of land in the United States to the string of lights along the Connecticut shoreline on the Long Island Sound, each lighthouse has its own engrossing tale of survival against the elements.Discover the rich history behind these majestic sentinels, and learn more about visiting them. Inside you'll find practical information, including:Regional maps showing the location of lightsDirections to the lightsDetails on access and visiting hoursAdvice on the best vantage points for viewing and picture taking
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