BRILLIANT BEACONS: A History of the American Lighthouse.
by Dolin, Eric Jay
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New York:: Liveright / Norton, , (2016). First edition -. Very near fine in illustrated wrappers (crease to corner of back cover). Advance Reading Copy (trade paperback format. ) "The most comprehensive history of American lighthouses ever written. . ; Set against the backdrop of an expanding nation, [it] traces the evolution of Americas lighthouse system, highlighting the political, military, and technological battles fought to illuminate the nations hardscrabble coastlines." Illustrated with photographs throughout. Includes lists of lighthouse organizations, museums, endnotes and a select bibliography. xv, 514 pp.
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- Title
- BRILLIANT BEACONS: A History of the American Lighthouse.
- Author
- Dolin, Eric Jay
- Format/Binding
- First edition -
- Book Condition
- Used - Very near fine in illustrated wrappers (crease to corner of back cover)
- Publisher
- Liveright / Norton,
- Place of Publication
- New York:
- Date Published
- (2016)
- Keywords
- maritime history, lighthouse keepers, fresnel lens, arc, uncorrected proof,
- Bookseller catalogs
- History: USA;
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