Author: Cathy Taylor Publisher: Arcadia Publishing ISBN: 9780738553450 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 132
Book Description
In Colonial times, as the Chesapeake Bay and larger rivers became vital shipping channels, the need arose to mark Maryland's dangerous shoals and waterways. Lighthouses sprang up throughout the 1800s and early 1900s, including wood-framed cottages placed upon screw pile foundations that stood offshore in the unforgiving waters. Most of these unique structures did not survive, lost tragically to ice that also occasionally claimed the lives of the keepers who faithfully tended them and rescued mariners in trouble. With the advent of electricity and GPS, many beacons succumbed to vandalism and neglect, leaving a fraction remaining.
Author: Elinor De Wire Publisher: Voyageur Press ISBN: 1610597664 Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 160
Book Description
Interest in the history and preservation of lighthouses has never been stronger. Lighthouses of the Mid-Atlantic Coast details the history of lighthouses and much more, and shows why these structures continue to fascinate us. Discover what life for lighthouse keepers was really like. Learn about the history of U.S. colonial lighthouses and the role lighthouses have played in several wars. Meet the brave, nefarious, and colorful characters who served as lighthouse keepers and government overseers. Learn about lighthouse technology and architecture and find out how these treasures are being preserved.
Author: John Batchelor Publisher: Courier Corporation ISBN: 9780486283128 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 52
Book Description
Detailed drawings re-create 36 famous lighthouses of the United States and Canada, including those in Cape Hatteras, Montauk Point, Cape Cod, West Quoddy Head, Tybee Island, and other places along the shorelines of North America. Captions accompanying these accurately rendered illustrations provide valuable background information on location, height, and date of construction of each lighthouse.
Author: Baktash Vafaei Publisher: StateGuides ISBN: Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 50
Book Description
Welcome to a diverse exploration of diverse Maryland, from the vibrant city of Baltimore to the sunny Ocean City. Maryland, also known as "America in Miniature," offers an astonishing range of natural beauty, culture, history, and culinary delights. This book invites you to explore the diversity and uniqueness of this state on the East Coast of the United States. From the bustling streets of Baltimore to the quaint coastal towns and beaches along the Delmarva Peninsula, Maryland has something for everyone. Maryland's history goes deep into the past and includes historic sites that bear witness to the founding of the state to the War of 1812. The picturesque lighthouses along the Chesapeake Bay tell tales of seafarers and adventures, while the culinary scene tantalizes the palate with crabs, oysters, and more. In this book, we will explore Maryland's arts and culture, from the museums and galleries to the cultural festivals and events that take place throughout the year. We will also explore the wildlife and nature reserves that make up the beauty of this state. Maryland is a place steeped in ghost stories, legends, and maritime traditions. The people of Maryland contribute to the special atmosphere of the state, and their stories are as diverse as the country itself. Whether you're a nature lover, history buff, water sports enthusiast, or foodie, Maryland has something for everyone. This book is an invitation to join us on a journey through Maryland and discover the diversity and uniqueness of this state. Join us on an exciting discovery tour from Baltimore to Ocean City and let yourself be enchanted by Maryland in all its splendor and diversity.
Author: Robert De Gast Publisher: JHU Press ISBN: 9780801847653 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 194
Book Description
This text features a sequence of 32 photographic essays, documenting in 170 haunting images each of the lighthouses still standing along the shoreline of the Chesapeake Bay. For each lighthouse there is a photograph of the structure in its setting, a view looking out from the lighthouse, and a close-up of some singular detail of the building. The text discusses how and why the lighthouses were built, important events in their history, and in some cases the lives of their keepers. The sequence of lighthouses follows an imaginary journey around the Bay, starting at Cape Henry, site of the oldest existing light.
Author: Theresa Levitt Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company ISBN: 039306879X Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 285
Book Description
Describes the life of the man who invented a new lighthouse lens, capable of shining brighter, farther, and more efficiently than existing light sources, and his fight against the scientific elite, his poor health, and the limits of his era's technology.
Author: Ray Jones Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield ISBN: 1493047965 Category : Body, Mind & Spirit Languages : en Pages : 209
Book Description
Lighthouses and ghosts are two popular passions. Melded together by master storyteller and lighthouse expert Ray Jones, these tales of spirited lights are guaranteed to grab the attention of all readers. As an added bonus, practical information is given for those who wish to visit the featured lighthouses for themselves . . . if they dare.
Author: Cathy Taylor
Author: Maryland. Commission to Save Lighthouses
Author: Elinor De Wire
Author: Maryland. Commission to Save Lighthouses
Author: Francis Ross Holland
Author: John Batchelor
Author: Baktash Vafaei
Author: Robert De Gast
Author: Theresa Levitt
Author: Ray Jones