Lighthouses of Michigan: A Guidebook and Keepsake (Lighthouse Series) (Paperback)

~ (Author), Ray Jones (Author)

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Product Description

For lighthouse lovers in the Midwest, here is a charming guide to Michigan's lighthouses--nearly fifty of them--situated on three Great Lakes. It offers not only history and travel information but also a beautiful full-color souvenir of the state. Profiles of each lighthouse include history, a detailed description of the structure, complete practical information for travelers, and at least one color photograph. From the most highly respected source of lighthouse books.

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A Travel Guide and Souvenir in One

"Another fine book from America's most popular lighthouse authors. Through the pages of this book, Bruce Roberts and Ray Jones guide you to our historic lighthouses, illuminating the reasons why lighthouses and their history are a vital link to our past that must be saved for future generations."
" Timothy Harrison, president, American Lighthouse Foundation & Museum of Lighthouse History

A winning combination of practical travel information, stunning color photographs, and rich maritime history makes Lighthouses of Michigan your essential guide to maritime beacons in the Wolverine State. From Fort Gratiot Light on Lake Huron to Rock of Ages Light on Lake Superior to St. Joseph North Pier Lights on Lake Michigan, the forty-nine lights included here are presented in geographical order, making it easy for you to move from your armchair to the driver's seat and back again. Take this handy little guide with you on your travels, and keep it as a picture-perfect souvenir of your trip to coastal Michigan.
Inside you'll find:

" detailed descriptions of each lighthouse
" complete travel information, including driving directions and GPS coordinates
" historical background notes
" quick summaries of key information, such as date established, height of tower, and type of lens
" fifty-three beautiful full-color photographs
" a glossary of terms
" helpful icons indicating scenic quality, historic interest, and visitor accessibility and friendliness

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Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Globe Pequot; 1st edition (August 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0762737387
• ISBN-13: 978-0762737383
• Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 5.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #431,000 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Ok but not the best, September 24, 2008

By	M. Genei "twin mom" (Idaho) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I found that this book had some information about lighthouses in Michigan but not as much as I would have liked and many of the lighthouses were left out of the book. Too much talk of shipwrecks, not enough about lighthouses.