Author: David Kunz and Bill Simpson
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 146712401X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
"The Thousand Islands' very name conjures up images of great natural beauty and nautical wonders. They are forested islands replete with storybook stone castles. Exquisite mahogany runabouts can be seen speeding across the placid surface of the mighty St. Lawrence. Names like Boldt, Bourne, Emery, Lyon, and Pullman are embedded in the Golden Age of the area, and it all comes to life in this pictorial history of the river. Images of America: Wooden Boats of the St. Lawrence River tells the story of the rich and powerful men who constructed castles and built classic wooden boats in the Thousand Islands. At the center of the story loom David and Charlie Lyon. A descendant of the Lyon family, David Kunz, tells this story through historical photographs. David is the great-great-nephew of Charles Potter Lyon and Helen Griffin Lyon. Bill Simpson, whose first visit to the Thousand Islands was in the fall of 1976, is a novelist and publisher of Simpson Books. The majority of the photographs in this book are from the Lyon Archives on Oak Island"--
Wooden Boats of the St. Lawrence River
Author: David Kunz and Bill Simpson
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 146712401X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
"The Thousand Islands' very name conjures up images of great natural beauty and nautical wonders. They are forested islands replete with storybook stone castles. Exquisite mahogany runabouts can be seen speeding across the placid surface of the mighty St. Lawrence. Names like Boldt, Bourne, Emery, Lyon, and Pullman are embedded in the Golden Age of the area, and it all comes to life in this pictorial history of the river. Images of America: Wooden Boats of the St. Lawrence River tells the story of the rich and powerful men who constructed castles and built classic wooden boats in the Thousand Islands. At the center of the story loom David and Charlie Lyon. A descendant of the Lyon family, David Kunz, tells this story through historical photographs. David is the great-great-nephew of Charles Potter Lyon and Helen Griffin Lyon. Bill Simpson, whose first visit to the Thousand Islands was in the fall of 1976, is a novelist and publisher of Simpson Books. The majority of the photographs in this book are from the Lyon Archives on Oak Island"--
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 146712401X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
"The Thousand Islands' very name conjures up images of great natural beauty and nautical wonders. They are forested islands replete with storybook stone castles. Exquisite mahogany runabouts can be seen speeding across the placid surface of the mighty St. Lawrence. Names like Boldt, Bourne, Emery, Lyon, and Pullman are embedded in the Golden Age of the area, and it all comes to life in this pictorial history of the river. Images of America: Wooden Boats of the St. Lawrence River tells the story of the rich and powerful men who constructed castles and built classic wooden boats in the Thousand Islands. At the center of the story loom David and Charlie Lyon. A descendant of the Lyon family, David Kunz, tells this story through historical photographs. David is the great-great-nephew of Charles Potter Lyon and Helen Griffin Lyon. Bill Simpson, whose first visit to the Thousand Islands was in the fall of 1976, is a novelist and publisher of Simpson Books. The majority of the photographs in this book are from the Lyon Archives on Oak Island"--
Cruising Guide to the Hudson River, Lake Champlain & the St. Lawrence River
Wooden Boats of the St. Lawrence River
Author: David Kunz
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1439660441
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
The Thousand Islands' very name conjures up images of great natural beauty and nautical wonders. They are forested islands replete with storybook stone castles. Exquisite mahogany runabouts can be seen speeding across the placid surface of the mighty St. Lawrence. Names like Boldt, Bourne, Emery, Lyon, and Pullman are embedded in the Golden Age of the area, and it all comes to life in this pictorial history of the river. Images of America: Wooden Boats of the St. Lawrence River tells the story of the rich and powerful men who constructed castles and built classic wooden boats in the Thousand Islands. At the center of the story loom David and Charlie Lyon.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1439660441
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
The Thousand Islands' very name conjures up images of great natural beauty and nautical wonders. They are forested islands replete with storybook stone castles. Exquisite mahogany runabouts can be seen speeding across the placid surface of the mighty St. Lawrence. Names like Boldt, Bourne, Emery, Lyon, and Pullman are embedded in the Golden Age of the area, and it all comes to life in this pictorial history of the river. Images of America: Wooden Boats of the St. Lawrence River tells the story of the rich and powerful men who constructed castles and built classic wooden boats in the Thousand Islands. At the center of the story loom David and Charlie Lyon.
The Famous St. Lawrence River Skiffs, Row Boats, Etc., Etc
Author: Spalding St. Lawrence Boat Co
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Boatbuilding
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Boatbuilding
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
The River Motor Boat Boys on the St. Lawrence, Or, The Lost Channel
Author: Harry Gordon
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Boats and boating
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Boats and boating
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
St. Lawrence River Boats
Author: W.H. Smithers & Co
Publisher: Clayton, N.Y. : W.H. Smithers, [19--?]
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher: Clayton, N.Y. : W.H. Smithers, [19--?]
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The House-boat on the St. Lawrence
Author: Everett Titsworth Tomlinson
Publisher: Boston : Lee and Shepard
ISBN:
Category : Adventure stories
Languages : en
Pages : 440
Book Description
This story describes the experiences of four college friends in a summer spent on the historic St. Lawrence River.
Publisher: Boston : Lee and Shepard
ISBN:
Category : Adventure stories
Languages : en
Pages : 440
Book Description
This story describes the experiences of four college friends in a summer spent on the historic St. Lawrence River.
Motor Boat Boys on the St. Lawrence
Author: Louis Arundel
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 121
Book Description
Louis Arundel's "Motor Boat Boys on the St. Lawrence" continues the exciting adventures of the Motor Boat Boys as they embark on a journey along the St. Lawrence River. The narrative follows the boys as they navigate the scenic waterway, encounter challenges, and unravel the mysteries of their voyage. Set against the picturesque backdrop of the St. Lawrence River, the story unfolds with themes of exploration, teamwork, and the thrill of discovery. Through the boys' interactions with the river's landscapes, local communities, and the intriguing situations they encounter, readers are transported into a world of adventure. The novella delves into themes of adaptability, camaraderie, and the excitement of exploring new territories. As the Motor Boat Boys face unexpected situations and collaborate to overcome obstacles, they embody the qualities of resilience and friendship that define their journey. "Motor Boat Boys on the St. Lawrence" captures the spirit of adventure and the allure of river exploration. Louis Arundel's storytelling invites readers to join the Motor Boat Boys on their St. Lawrence expedition, sharing in their triumphs, challenges, and the captivating experiences that await them along the river's course.
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 121
Book Description
Louis Arundel's "Motor Boat Boys on the St. Lawrence" continues the exciting adventures of the Motor Boat Boys as they embark on a journey along the St. Lawrence River. The narrative follows the boys as they navigate the scenic waterway, encounter challenges, and unravel the mysteries of their voyage. Set against the picturesque backdrop of the St. Lawrence River, the story unfolds with themes of exploration, teamwork, and the thrill of discovery. Through the boys' interactions with the river's landscapes, local communities, and the intriguing situations they encounter, readers are transported into a world of adventure. The novella delves into themes of adaptability, camaraderie, and the excitement of exploring new territories. As the Motor Boat Boys face unexpected situations and collaborate to overcome obstacles, they embody the qualities of resilience and friendship that define their journey. "Motor Boat Boys on the St. Lawrence" captures the spirit of adventure and the allure of river exploration. Louis Arundel's storytelling invites readers to join the Motor Boat Boys on their St. Lawrence expedition, sharing in their triumphs, challenges, and the captivating experiences that await them along the river's course.
A St. Lawrence Summer
Author: Helen Cardamone
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781006728617
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Those who have been blessed enough to spend time among the St. Lawrence River's Thousand Islands know its breathtaking beauty and will forever speak of their adventure. You'll read about a family's weekend water skiing, swimming, boating, and best of all, being at peace. These colorful illustrations and playful words will allow you to relive old memories and be inspired to create new ones.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781006728617
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Those who have been blessed enough to spend time among the St. Lawrence River's Thousand Islands know its breathtaking beauty and will forever speak of their adventure. You'll read about a family's weekend water skiing, swimming, boating, and best of all, being at peace. These colorful illustrations and playful words will allow you to relive old memories and be inspired to create new ones.
Cruising on the St. Lawrence
Author: Everett Titsworth Tomlinson
Publisher: Boston : Lee and Shepard
ISBN:
Category : Adventure stories
Languages : en
Pages : 488
Book Description
Four friends, Bob, Ben, Jock, and Bert, having completed their sophomore year at college, and set out to spend the summer vacation cruising on the St. Lawrence. Here they not only visit places of historic interest, but also the Indian tribes encamped on the banks of the river, and learn from them their customs, habits, and legends.
Publisher: Boston : Lee and Shepard
ISBN:
Category : Adventure stories
Languages : en
Pages : 488
Book Description
Four friends, Bob, Ben, Jock, and Bert, having completed their sophomore year at college, and set out to spend the summer vacation cruising on the St. Lawrence. Here they not only visit places of historic interest, but also the Indian tribes encamped on the banks of the river, and learn from them their customs, habits, and legends.