The Seasons of Cumberland Island (A Wormsloe Foundation Nature Book) (Hardcover)

~ C. Ronald Carroll (Introduction), David Dallmeyer (Introduction), (Contributor)

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Fred Whitehead reminds readers why we must protect natural areas like Cumberland Island. . . . His knowledge and respect for the area are evident in his stunning photographs."--Blueplanet Quarterly

"You must get this wonderful book with the beautiful photos of the birds, the horses, the deer, the plants, trees, everything so that you can see for yourself all about this place. Having this book is the next best thing to being there and seeing it for yourself. . . You must get this wonderful, exciting, beautiful book and enjoy it for yourself."--Valdosta Daily Times

"[A] lovely book . . . The photographs are simply stunning, and brilliantly capture the drama and beauty of this remarkable landscape. There may be a more wonderful place in the National Park System than Cumberland, but I have yet to find it."--Bloomsbury Review

Product Description

Cumberland Island is the largest and most beloved of the Georgia barrier islands. Although it can be reached only by boat, more than forty thousand people make the trip each year to enjoy the island's natural splendor and solitude. As on most barrier islands, human activity has long been a shaping force on Cumberland. It is among the few islands, however, that we have let return to a relatively natural state. With its expansive oceanfront beaches, dunes, interior maritime forests, freshwater ponds, tidal creeks, and salt marshes, Cumberland is all the more special for its restored natural environment.

In The Seasons of Cumberland Island, naturalist and photographer Fred Whitehead captures the unique allure of the island's flora and fauna in 118 stunning full-color photographs. Moving through seasons punctuated by the comings and goings of such animals as the migratory birds that pass through in autumn and spring and the loggerhead turtles that nest here in summer, the photographs reveal the subtle but important effect of cyclical change on the island's ecosystem. The lush color images, which are often paired with detailed captions, include spectacular views of muscadine vines and Virginia creeper in autumn, a prowling bobcat in winter, a nest of pileated woodpeckers in the spring, and a green tree frog announcing an impending summer rain shower.

Featuring an introduction on the importance of the complex ecosystems of barrier islands like Cumberland, the book informs as it enchants. Here is a stunning tribute to Cumberland's sublime treasures that also serves as a thoughtful reminder to respect and protect the wildness of our barrier islands.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 112 pages
• Publisher: A Wormsloe Foundation Nature Book (September 20, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0820324973
• ISBN-13: 978-0820324975
• Product Dimensions: 12.3 x 9.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #699,944 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding photos of a magical Cumberland Island, February 4, 2006

By	Melodye Murphy (Maitland, Florida USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I recently returned from a visit to Cumberland Island and I had already purchased and admired all of the photos in the book. When I returned from my trip I again looked at the book and it made the island come alive again in my mind. The photographer has captured the entire essence of Cumberland Island and brings it to life. The book gives a preview of all of the things the island has to offer: wildlife of every description and vegetation scenery that takes you back in geologic time before man set foot on the island. The photos in the book show the diverse creatures such as deer (including 2 white ones); alligators, racoons, wild turkeys, bobcats, birds, waterfowl, armadillos, pigs and wildhorses (not native to the island) etc. The diverse vegetation and wildlife is featured by seasons in the book. The photographer is a wildlife expert and also gives tours to the guests of the incredible and comfortable Greyfield Inn. Buy the book and then go see the island!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Almost as good as being there..., April 3, 2008

By	R. Olson (Gainsville, GA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The photography of this naturalist, Fred Whitehead, capture the four season beauty of Cumberland Island. I met this author, who led a tour of the island one April morning, and actually asked him whether the island had 'seasons.' He humbly answered,'yes', without mentioning his book, his photography, or his experience. An hour later I found this book in the gift shop of the inn, and my question was answered in detail. Few can experience a long stay on this island, but no nature lover should fail to visit this place and see a nearly undeveloped barrier island larger than Manhattan. This book is a true souvenir of my visit, and the tour led by the author.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Seasons of Cumberland Island, March 24, 2008

By	K. Hoffner (Poconos, PA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

A gorgeous reflection of what the island excels in. Mr. Whitehead's photographs beautifully depict the nature of and on the island. When I can't be there, I fantasize through this book.