Guardians of the Lights: Stories of U.S. Lighthouse Keepers

Guardians of the Lights: Stories of U.S. Lighthouse Keepers

In a charming blend of history and human interest, this book paints a colorful portrait of the lives of a vanished breedâ€•the lighthouse keepersâ€•from the year 1716, when the first lighthouse was established in America, to the early 1980s when automation replaced the last human â€œguardian of the light.â€ A wealth of material from the archives of the 19th and 20th centuriesssâ€•primarily letters, diaries, and newspaper accountsâ€•provides vivid stories about lighthouse keeping in this country: the daily work; coping with fog, storms and other catastrophes; legends and ghosts; womenâ€™s and families' roles; lighthouse children and pets; the natural world around lighthouses; and the diverse characters of those who held the job. 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.
Country USA
Brand Pineapple Press
Manufacturer Pineapple Press
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9781561641192
ReleaseDate 1996-06-01
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781561641192

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