Lighthouse
An Illuminating History of the World's Coastal Sentinels
Contributors
By R. G. Grant
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With rare archival blueprints and stories of daring adventure, Lighthouse captures the romance and awe-inspiring history of these isolated, life-saving towers, along with the incredible feats of engineering and invention it took to create them. Beginning in the 18th century and ending in the mid-19th century, this book examines these iconic buildings from every angle, chronicling the evolution of lighthouse design; the tremendous obstacles overcome during construction and upkeep; the thrilling tales of heroism and mercilessness of the seas; and the daily lives of the dedicated and often long-suffering keepers. With over 350 illustrations, this seasonless gift book provides the tales and original architectural plans for beloved lighthouses found throughout the world, including Eddystone, Sandy Hook, Montauk Point, Stannard Rock, Borkum Grosser, Green Point, Tillamook Rock, Cape Hatteras, Erie Harbor, and many more.
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"Filled with incredible stories, archival blueprints, and vintage photographs, this book is - in one word - illuminating."The Columbian
- On Sale
- May 15, 2018
- Page Count
- 176 pages
- Publisher
- Black Dog & Leventhal
- ISBN-13
- 9780316414470
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