Guardians of the Lights: Stories of U.S. Lighthouse Keepers
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| Rating | : | 4.26 (768 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1561641197 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 324 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-10-10 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
"A delightful addition to any library, whether you're a lighthouse lover or not!"
Lighthouse keeping was a unique occupation, now obsolete, and this book is a fitting tribute to these tough, usually solitary, and dedicated heroes who kept the lights burning every night, without fail.. In a charming blend of history and human interest, this book paints a colorful portrait of the lives of a vanished breedthe lighthouse keepersfrom the year 1716, when the first lighthouse was established in America, to the early 1980s when automation replaced the last human “guardian of the light.” A wealth of material from the archives of the 19th and 20th centuriesssprimarily letters, diaries, and newspaper accountsprovides vivid stories about lighthouse keeping in this country: the daily work; coping with fog, storms and other catastrophes; legends and ghosts; women’s and families' roles; lighthouse children and pets; the natural world around lighthouses; and the diverse characters of those who held the job
Five Stars Nancy Y. Carter Interesting stories. "Five Stars" according to Mary Dugan. lots of interesting stories. Well organized lighthouse keeper facts While this book may remove the romantic notions we have of lighthouse living it will educate and entertain and make you much more appreciative of the keepers of lights. You may even wish to dig in your pockets to help save and restore some of the remaining lights.The book is very well organized and an easy enjoyable read. It includes useful resources as well. A must buy for lighthouse lovers.
Elinor De Wire, one of the most distinguished lighthouse historians in the USA, has been researching and photographing lighthouses for more than 25 years. She is the author of Lighthouses of the South and Lighthouses of the Mid-Atlantic Coast, both published by Voyageur Press. Elinore De Wire lives in Seabeck, Was