The New England Coast
The Most Spectacular Sights & Destinations
To explore the New England
Coast is to explore the roots of our nation, from the Pilgrims landing at
Plymouth Rock to the Battle of Bunker Hill. It is to experience the traditions
that have shaped our culture and livelihood, from the quaint fishing villages
at land's end to the prestigious colleges of Boston. And it is to witness the
natural wonders of Cape Cod's miles of open beach, the rugged cliffs along the
Maine Coast, the dense forests of Acadia National Park, and much more.
In The New England Coast, writer Kim Knox Beckius and photographer William H. Johnson present the sights and experiences that make this region one of the country’s most popular destinations, beloved by year-round residents and seasonal vacationers alike. As it highlights the coast's history and culture, the book also offers practical travel information and suggestions for the best ways to explore the region. It is an ideal companion for the millions who flock to the New England Coast every summer, as well as perfect fireside reading during the harsh Atlantic winters.
Reviews:
- "...Kim Knox Beckius--author of Backroads of New England and web producer of GoNewEngland.about.com--takes a new look at what many of us take for granted: New England's rugged and often stunning shoreline. Paired with William Johnson's stunning photography, the book is enough to make all that is old new again and show us why we love New England in the first place. - Hartford Magazine
Excerpt:
The Luckiest Lobsterman
(from Chapter 1: Downeast and Midcoast Maine)
In 1999, Steve Hale fell off a wharf and fractured his back. "The doctor said I wouldn't lobster anymore, that I was all done fishing," he recalls. "I had to sell my lobster boat and my traps to pay the medical bills."
He couldn't haul traps, but he could change diapers, so when his grandson was born, Hale knew there was still something he could do to help his family—"I could watch Jack."
Photo © 2006 Kim Knox Beckius.