Автор: Penberthy, Ian
Название: Lighthouses
ISBN: 1848040369 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781848040366
Издательство: Grange Books
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Название: Lighthouses of North America
ISBN: 078582149X ISBN-13(EAN): 9780785821496
Издательство: Daedalus
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Название: Mid-Atlantic Lighthouses
ISBN: 0762730420 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780762730421
Издательство: Daedalus
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Автор: David Biggy
Название: Lighthouses
ISBN: 0764331779 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780764331770
Издательство: Schiffer
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Описание: The United States East Coast is rich in maritime history, including a wide array of beautiful lighthouses that mark areas laden with dangerous shoals, shallow points, and rocky bluffs. They mark points of particular concern for mariners traveling the nearby waters. While lighthouses existence as navigational aids has diminished since the eras when they were constructed, these proud sentinels remain popular attractions of historical significance. The beacons stand as symbols of strength against the forces of nature and relentless power of the sea in each locale they protect. Throughout this unforgettable journey from Maine to Florida, youll enjoy 200 stunning images and be inspired to take driving trips of your own. You will see what makes a lighthouse such an attractive object of affection for those who care about them and help keep them shining. A state-by state list of the organizations that preserve them is included. The beautiful photography of these beacons is a story in itself, one that may change your view of lighthouses forever.

Автор: Randy Leffingwell
Название: Lighthouses of the Pacific Coast
ISBN: 0896584291 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780896584297
Издательство: Rockport/Rotovision
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Автор: De Wire, Elinor
Название: Lighthouses of the South
ISBN: 0896586030 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780896586031
Издательство: Rockport/Rotovision
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Автор: Arthur P. Richmond
Название: Cape Cod Lighthouses and Lightships
ISBN: 0764335456 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780764335457
Издательство: Schiffer
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Описание: This is an indispensable reference for the lighthouse enthusiast, required reading for those interested in maritime history, and a necessity for anyone who loves Cape Cod. Step back in time and observe the lighthouses and lightships that marked the shores and guided mariners through dangerous waters surrounding Cape Cod. Experience these maritime marvels and trace through the history of these lighthouses and lightships. Archived plans describe the details of these aids to navigation with more than 500 images, including some that have never before been published. Complete your journey with a visit to these historic spots, using the books comprehensive visitors guide.

Автор: Rick Tuers
Название: Lighthouses of New York
ISBN: 0764326929 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780764326929
Издательство: Schiffer
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Описание: Superb photographs and graphics provide a unique look at New Yorks colonization, settlement, and economic growth. Discover how the states rich maritime heritage centers around 69 lighthouses, located on many different water bodies. This book details all of them, including famous lighthouses like Montauk Point, Fire Island, and Buffalo. These symbols of strength have protected mariners for over two hundred years. Fascinating historical facts, heroic rescues by lighthouse keepers, heartwarming stories about keepers and their families, engineering and construction details, lost beacons, and travel information make this a complete guide to New York State lighthouses.

Автор: Plisson/Dreyer
Название: Lighthouses
ISBN: 0810959631 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780810959637
Издательство: Abrams
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Описание: As beacons of safety alerting sailors at sea, lighthouses have been a part of the coastal landscape for thousands of years. This book traces the history of these powerful beacons from the first known structure, built in Alexandria Egypt in 300 BCE, through the introduction of the powerful Fresnel lens, and up to the fully automated behemoths.

Автор: Mary Beth Temple
Название: Touring New Jersey`s Lighthouses
ISBN: 0764320939 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780764320934
Издательство: Schiffer
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Описание: New Jerseys coastal heritage is a proud one, with lighthouses playing a starring role. This book visits eleven lighthouses accessible to the public, exploring their history as proud community sentinels and guardians of sea traffic passing treacherous rocks and shoals. From the Sandy Hook lighthouse in the north -- the nations oldest beacon -- to popular tourist destination Cape May Point on the southern tip of the state, you can explore a great variety of styles, including the fortress-style Twin Lights, Victorian Gothic, and iron towers thrust into the sky. This is the perfect introductory tour, with a general history of lighthouses, and a thoroughly researched overview of the each lights history and function. If you have already visited some or these lights, this book will serve as a great memento. If you have yet to discover these proud sentinels, this book will help you plan an adventure.

Автор: Lighthouses Of The Pacific 2Nd Ed
Название: Lighthouses Of The Pacific 2Nd Ed
ISBN: 0764324632 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780764324635
Издательство: Schiffer
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Описание: History and good, entertaining reading are combined in this presentation of all the lighthouses along the coasts of Washington, Oregon, California, Hawaii, Alaska and British Columbia. Pages of black and white and colored photographs embellish and outstanding text present the special drama, history, color and action that have been so much a part of nautical Americana. Jim Gibbs has provided extraordinary detail and information on the very first lighthouses of the Pacific coast as well as the United States efforts to light the capes and outcrops of the Pacific coast. He presents the fabulous Fresnel prismatic lenses illuminated by oil flames and explains the evolution of the "miracle" aids to navigation that could pierce the fog. The reader is further entertained by exciting stories of ghosts, apparitions and unsolved mysteries connected with these lighthouses. The dramatic text and vast amount of information provided for the reader an enjoyable adventure in the Lighthouses of the Pacific.

Автор: Arthur P. Richmond
Название: Lighthouses of Cape Cod & the Islands
ISBN: 0764324608 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780764324604
Издательство: Schiffer
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Описание: One of the attractions of Massachusetts destinations of Cape Cod, Nantucket, and Marthas Vineyard is their rich array of lighthouses. These architectural feats pepper the shores, where most continue to warn passing ships of the dangers of landfall. Arthur P. Richmond, a well-known photographer of the Cape and Islands, has gathered forty views of their lighthouses, including some views of some interiors and at various seasons. Active lights and inactive lights are presented as beautiful color postcards. Perforated, they can be detached and sent to friends (at 40 cents apiece they are a good bargain), framed and hung on your wall, or kept intact as a souvenir of your summer vacation. This is also the perfect gift for the lighthouse enthusiast or visitor to the New England shore.