Rock Lighthouses of Britain - Softcover

Nicholson, Christopher

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1870325419 ISBN 13: 9781870325417

Publisher: Whittles Publishing, 2002

Synopsis

This volume recounts the history of 12 rock lighthouses in various parts of the British Isles, how and why they were constructed and of the difficulties that had to be overcome. It contains varied information, such as materials for the Bell Rock lighthouse had to be carried to it in sailing ships, rather than in steam ships. This well-illustrated book contains many stories and dramas recorded about the lighthouses and their keepers, such as Grace Darling's rescue bid off the stormy Northmberland coast and the tragedy of the Smalls.

About this title

About the Author:

Christopher Nicholson was born in Sheffield but has made his home in Somerset where he is a teacher. His previous books have been about railways, but now he writes about a subject that has fascinated him since his schooldays - lighthouses, and the men who built and manned them. In his spare time he is also a freelance photographer and writer.

Review:

...handsomely produced third edition ... His detailed descriptions bring to life the painstaking work of engineers and builders. ...brings the story of these amazing structures and their keepers full circle and in doing so, Nicholson has produced a valuable record of a crucial and fascinating part of British maritime history. (The Lightkeeper)

...what a book it is, with new and revised text, information, layout and superb illustrations ... This is truly a feast of good reading for casual reader and serious pharologist alike. ...a rollicking good book, a copy of which really ought to be on everyone’s sagging bookshelf. Buy and enjoy.
(LAMP)

About this edition

• Publisher: Whittles Publishing
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 1870325419
• ISBN 13: 9781870325417
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 210