20533b. Parsons, Eleanor C., THATCHERS – Island of the Twin Lights. Canaan. 1985
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20533b. Parsons, Eleanor C., THATCHERS – Island of the Twin Lights. Canaan. 1985
20533b. Parsons, Eleanor C., THATCHERS – Island of the Twin Lights. Canaan. 1985. 149p. Soft wraps. A comprehensive and enjoyable text relates the authentic history of a most interesting island off Cape Ann , Massachusetts . Thatchers island and the twin lighthouses there have long been a landmark for anyone who has visited the area. Here, Eleanor Parsons tells the story of the island’s history from 1635, sharing the many events that took place there. Included, of course, is the story of how the two famous light towers were constructed, rebuilt, repaired; the frequent bureaucratic bungling which threatened the lights; and the devotion of the keepers and their families who kept the beacons burning in spite of storms, danger and discouragement. A wonderful and interesting account. (VG+). $24.
20533a. Parsons, Eleanor C., THATCHERS – Island of the Twin Lights. Canaan. 1985. 149p. Soft wraps. A comprehensive and enjoyable text relates the authentic history of a most interesting island off Cape Ann , Massachusetts . Thatchers island and the twin lighthouses there have long been a landmark for anyone who has visited the area. Here, Eleanor Parsons tells the story of the island’s history from 1635, sharing the many events that took place there. Included, of course, is the story of how the two famous light towers were constructed, rebuilt, repaired; the frequent bureaucratic bungling which threatened the lights; and the devotion of the keepers and their families who kept the beacons burning in spite of storms, danger and discouragement. A wonderful and interesting account. (M). $24.