Exploring New England Shores : A Beachcomber's Handbook

Lexington, Massachusetts: Stone Wall Press. Fine in Very Good Dust Jacket. 1974. First Edition: First Printing. Hard Cover. 198 pages: 6.25 x 9.25 in.: 1.8: Signed by Author & Illustrator: KB#017039: Bookjacket / dustjacket now protected by a New Brodart Mylar Cover. Dustjacket is price-clipped; otherwise is in Very Good condition. SIGNED BY AUTHOR on Title Page. Book's Turquoise boards and pages are clean, unmarked, bright, tightly bound and sharp cornered. Scarce, Out Of Print, Book. Includes Coastline Formation * Shore Ecology * Crafts, Aquariums, Recipes * New England Sea Monsters. "The ever-changing New England shore has fascinated people for centuries. First it drew the Pilgrims; now it draws hundreds of thousands of summer visitors from all over our vast country. This is the most comprehensive book available about the New England shore and mankind's relationship with it. From a Cape Cod scientist with a poetic nature, you will discover how this coastline was formed and how it changes. You will read about the plants and animals that inhabit this coastal region, and their delicate ecology. We are an important part of this ecology. With great caution taken to preserve the balance of nature, you will learn the secrets of beachcombing and the rewards – interesting crafts, a salt water aquarium, tasty meals, and peace of mind.": B&W Photographs .