British Lighthouse Trail

A Regional Guide

Häftad, Engelska, 2019

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Beskrivning

The British Lighthouse Trail by Sarah Kerr is a comprehensive illustrated guide to more than 600 lighthouses across Scotland, England, Wales, Northern Ireland, the Isle of Man and the Channel Islands.Combining maritime history, architectural insight, colour photography and practical visitor information, the book explains where Britain’s lighthouses are located, how they developed and why they remain important. Its journey around the coast stretches from Muckle Flugga in Shetland, Britain’s most northerly lighthouse, to La Corbière in Jersey.Sarah Kerr traces the evolution of lighthouse technology from early warning fires and coal beacons to electric lights and automated navigation systems. She also explores the work of celebrated lighthouse engineers, including Scotland’s Stevenson family, whose designs transformed maritime safety around Britain’s coast.Written for coastal travellers, lighthouse enthusiasts, photographers and readers interested in maritime, engineering and architectural history, this accessible guide helps readers discover both celebrated landmarks and lesser-known lights. Richly illustrated throughout, The British Lighthouse Trail is an authoritative guide to the history, design and locations of the lighthouses that have protected generations of seafarers.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2019-09-09
Mått:142 x 216 x 18 mm
Vikt:545 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:320
Förlag:Porto Press Ltd
ISBN:9781849954402

Utforska kategorier

Fotvandring inom Sport, fritid och hobby
Sjöfartshistoria inom Historia och arkeologi
Fartyg och båtar inom Sport, fritid och hobby

Recensioner i media

`...is a very useful and comprehensive guide for planning visits to lighthouses in the UK. Looking through the book I was amazed at how many lighthouses I had missed in previous visits to regions in the UK. I shall certainly be buying the book for my next trip!' LAMP------------------'...will in future be accompanying us on all our travels ...the book comes as a sturdy paperback that feels like it will survive hard handling and exposure to the elements and the end result really is a great book about lighthouses'. Undiscovered Scotland------------------'...Truly, a monumental work in its own right. ...A real treat for the serious lighthouse "bagger"...this important addition to the world of pharology!' Bellrock.org-------------------'...a thoroughly-researched reference book, detailing virtually everything you'd ever want to know about a particular lighthouse. The attention to detail is among its main selling points. From each lighthouse's general appearance and accessibility to best vantage points for viewing and interesting facts about their unique light patterns, this book is a must for lighthouse aficionados...this is a delightful book for avid lighthouse enthusiasts and anyone who wants to discover a little bit more about these important structures watching over our oceans and seas'. Travellowdown.com-------------------'...Walkers keen on maritime history may be interested in The British Lighthouse Trail, a guide to all the lighthouses in England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, the Isle of Man and The Channel Islands'. Strider Magazine------------------'...is detailed and informative with photos of each light....It is an incredible piece of research which has been thoroughly studied and laid out to make it accessible for the reader...would make a great coffee table addition for any Shetland home'. Shetland Life------------------'...this very handy guide for existing and aspiring pharologists provides vital visiting details for no fewer than 612 lighthouses...conveys the incredible variety of lighthouses in British waters...and the frequently beautiful locations in which they are sited...delivers an infectious appreciation of these often stunning structures'. Nautilus International