Halaczinsky, Thomas

Archipelago New York

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ISBN 13:: 9780764355073
author:: Halaczinsky, Thomas
format:: HardBack
publisher:: Schiffer Publishing
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2018
Pages:: 160
Dimensions:: 20.83 x 25.91 x 2.03 centimetres
Genre:: Sports & Recreation, Sailing, Travel
Condition:: New
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Discover the hidden world of New York City's islands. Archipelago New York is a photographic and literary log that reveals the mysteries of over 70 islands, from the shores of Manhattan to Fishers Island Sound. Based on a 3,000-nautical-mile sailboat expedition, this book interweaves local tales with current themes such as climate change, and explores the narrative of sailing in search of a sense of place. The author's journey follows the route of Adriaen Block, who mapped this area in 1614. The islands have curious names like Money Island, Pot Island, and Rats Island, but also those that speak of the indigenous people who once inhabited the land, such as Rockaway, Jamaica Bay, and Montauk. This unique blend of history, local stories, and sailing makes for a fascinating read.

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