23357. BEACON ON THE ROCK- The Dramatic History of Lighthouses from Ancient Greece to the Present Day. New Burlington , London 2001
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23357. BEACON ON THE ROCK- The Dramatic History of Lighthouses from Ancient Greece to the Present Day. New Burlington , London 2001
23357. Williams, Peter, BEACON ON THE ROCK – The Dramatic History of Lighthouses from Ancient Greece to the Present Day. New Burlington , London 2001. Hard Cover. 192 Pages, size 9 3/4 x 13 Inches. Wonderful views “..evokes the romance, the intrigue, the courage and the endeavor of the lighthouse era, and explores the possibility of these monolithic structures remaining as tributes to man’s bravery in the face of overwhelming odds.” Beautifully illustrated throughout in color and black and white. Looks at light source and lens systems, designers and builders, lighthouse lore, lightships and relief vessels and conservation and preservation to name a few. A wonderful resource. (M). Published at $32. Closeout $16.