Lighthouses of the Carolinas: A Short History and Guide [Paperback]

Terrance Zepke (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1, 1998

Includes how lighthouses were built in the 1700s and 1800s and how lightkeepers have weathered hurricanes, erosion, and neglect. Eighteen of these majestic towers still stand - all are visible from some vantagepoint along the coast or on a passing boat and are close to historic towns with museums, festivals, inns, and wildlife refuges. Filled with tales of light tower builders, Civil War soldiers, and pirates. Includes visiting information and directions.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...Zepke's book is a handy guide to the states' beacons..." -- News & Record

"The book provides a detailed history of each structure, along with illustrations and stories associated with them..." -- South Carolina Historical Society Review

From the Publisher

Updated June 2002

Product Details

• Paperback: 175 pages
• Publisher: Pineapple Pr; 1st edition (June 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1561641480
• ISBN-13: 978-1561641482
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 6.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,317,572 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #90 in Books > Travel > United States > States > South Carolina

More About the Author

Terrance Zepke studied journalism at the University of Tennessee and later received a Masters in Mass Communications from the University of South Carolina. Zepke has traveled to every continent and lived all over the world. She always returns home to the Carolinas where she happily lives part-time in both states. She has written hundreds of articles and several books. When she's not investigating haunted places, researching pirates, or climbing lighthouses,she is most likely traveling to some far flung place. For more information, visit www.terrancezepke.com

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It is very informative, and has MANY great photos., December 18, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Lighthouses of the Carolinas: A Short History and Guide (Paperback)

I love the book! It has tons of never before seen historical images of Carolinas beacons, plus eight pages of color images. It is factual, but not dry. The author has presented the history and current condition of each of the mentioned beacons in an informative and interesting way. I live along North Carolina's coast and I never knew about a couple of our beacons. I like the maps and directions that show right where each beacon can be found. I also like the Points of Interest section at the end of each chapter that reveal other historic sites and tours that are near to the lighthouses.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lighthouses of the Carolinas: A Short History and Guide, June 8, 2007

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L. Frances Houser "book reader" (Knoxville, TN USA) - See all my reviews
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My family is planning a trip to the North Carolina coast to visit the various lighthouses. We find this book very helpful in planning that trip. Gives lot of details on each of the lighthouses listed.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Informative and helpful, May 29, 2003

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R. Miller (Maryland, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lighthouses of the Carolinas: A Short History and Guide (Paperback)

This is a good, concise, accurate book. I took it with my on my travels to see the lighthouses in North Carolina. As I traveled, it was helpful in finding each lighthouse and reading about the history. It was also helpful in finding one particular lighthouse which was in a very remote location. Thanks. I recommend it highly.