Lighthouse: An Illuminating History of the World's Coastal Sentinels

This book is brimming with extraordinary stories of human innovation, shipwrecks, builders defying the elements, and heroic sea rescues, brings the golden age of seafaring to life through over 350 gorgeous vintage images of lighthouses and historic details.

Rare archival blueprints and stories of daring adventure capture the romance and awe-inspiring history of these isolated, life-saving towers. The book examines iconic buildings from the 18th to mid-19th centuries, chronicling design evolution, construction obstacles, heroic tales, and the daily lives of keepers. With over 350 illustrations, it provides tales and original architectural plans for beloved lighthouses worldwide, including Eddystone, Sandy Hook, Montauk Point, Stannard Rock, Borkum Grosser, Green Point, Tillamook Rock, Cape Hatteras, Erie Harbor, and more.