Great Lakes Lighthouses Encyclopedia
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| Rating | : | 4.59 (669 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1550463993 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 448 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-05-17 |
| Language | : | English |
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Writer Patricia Wright and photographer Larry Wright collaborated on two previous books, Bonfires and Beacons and Bright Lights, Dark Nights.
Information galore! Susan R. Van Hollan An excellent resource for location, history and facts about lighthouses for the beginning student or the masters of the lighthouse!. "One of the best books on lighthouses - and there are hundreds of lighthouse books out there!" according to J. B. Malone. I have a nice collection of books on lighthouses. Some are interesting, others are useful, but not all are as organized and attractive as this one. It only covers the lighthouses on the Great Lakes, not a small endeavor as there are 600 or more! The back cover of the books says "more than 650" but I only found 57One of the best books on lighthouses - and there are hundreds of lighthouse books out there! I have a nice collection of books on lighthouses. Some are interesting, others are useful, but not all are as organized and attractive as this one. It only covers the lighthouses on the Great Lakes, not a small endeavor as there are 600 or more! The back cover of the books says "more than 650" but I only found 573 listed in the book. The book divides them by lake (Ontario, Erie, Michigan, Huron and Superior) and further by the country in which they are located (USA, all five lakes; or Canada, except Michigan which is entirely in USA). If you are in. listed in the book. The book divides them by lake (Ontario, Erie, Michigan, Huron and Superior) and further by the country in which they are located (USA, all five lakes; or Canada, except Michigan which is entirely in USA). If you are in. "Very surprised" according to Martha. I ordered this book because of my grandson's huge interest in light houses. We're planning a trip this summer to visit the tallest and possible stops along the way. He loves the pictures and I love the information.
These lakes may appear easy to navigate, but swift currents, hidden reefs and shoals, shifting sandbars, uncharted passages and fierce, fast-moving storms made early navigation a mariner's nightmare. Too many of these noble structures have now fallen into disrepair or have been torn down in the name of progress, but hundreds survive as monuments to an exciting period in history and points of pilgrimage for millions of maritime enthusiasts. The lighthouses of the five Great Lakes -- a comprehensive collection with full-color photographs. This comprehensive, full-color encyclopedia features more than 650 lighthouses located on all five of the Great Lakes. All manner of stone, brick and wooden lighthouses were erected to light the night and guide the captains of schooners, steamers, brigs, barks and sloops. For each there is a description of its history and construction material. For many that are either open to the public or accessible through state or provincial parks, points of access are given.. Thousands of sailors' lives were lost before the network of lighthouses was established, and tales of tragedy and triumph abound. Great Lakes Lighthouses Encyclopedia includes lighthouses in both the United States and Canada
Summing Up: Highly recommended. (Andrea Curtis Cottage Life)Meticulously researched Comprehensive and beautifully illustrated. (Great Laker) . An invaluable guide for those seeking to explore the fascinating history of the Great Lakes and their lighthouses, whether it be from an armchair or by vehicle. A priceless resource. Lower-level undergraduates and above; general readers. (Rob Mooy Kingston This Week 2007-08-15)The definitive reference book on the subject. (Globe and Mail 2006-12-09)Very useful for transportation, architecture, local, and comprehensive collections. (S. It's a meticulously researched and beautifully photographed tome, a book to return to, discovering new and delicious detail each time. Neilly The Wayback Times)Globe and Mail Christmas 2006 Gift Book selection This comprehensive full-colour encylcopedia, the result of more than 15 years research,