Lighthouses of New England From Maine to Long Island Sound

by Jones, Ray

• ISBN13: 9781493047260
• ISBN10: 1493047264
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781493047277
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2021-04-01
• Publisher: Globe Pequot
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Summary

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 lights
• Directions to the lights
• Details on access and visiting hours
• Advice on the best vantage points for viewing and picture taking

Author Biography

Ray Jones is the co-author of fourteen best-selling books about lighthouses and several other books on Americana and American history. He has served as an editor at Time-Life Books, as founding editor of Albuquerque Living magazine, writing coach at Southern Living magazine, and founder and publisher of Country Roads Press.