Eagle Island: Admiral Peary’s Harpswell Home


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Elizabeth O'Connell and Stephen Harding capture the magic of Eagle Island through years of research, interviews, and the collection of photographs and visual images by the Friends of Peary's Eagle Island (FOPEI). Eagle Island, located off the coast of Harpswell, Maine, is far enough into Casco Bay to offer isolation but close enough to capture the fascination of a young man. Its rocky spine meets the open Atlantic in rugged cliffs with the strength to transform the momentum of ocean swells into plumes of brilliant spray. The interior, covered with a diversity of flora, presents a gentle welcoming to seabirds and the occasional fauna. Robert E. Peary, a Bowdoin College graduate, bought the island and, using local craftsmen, built a cottage for his family to use as their summer home. After his discovery of the North Pole in 1909 with its celebration and controversy, Eagle Island became the family retreat, a refuge from the public scrutiny attendant an international hero. This is the story of three generations of the Peary family and their Eagle Island home. Peary's Promised Land, now a State of Maine Historic Site and museum, has become a magical place for countless visitors, resulting in its designation as a National Historic Landmark in 2014.










Maine Adventure Guide


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Exhaustive coverage of this quintessential New England state that offers year-round fun for outdoorsfolk. Skiing, skating, ice fishing, waterskiing, hiking, camping, biking and more! Resident-author Earl Brechlin has been exploring Maine for years, and he'll introduce you to hidden lakes, deserted mountain tops and secluded, tranquil bays. Acadia and Baxter parks are included, with details on how to avoid the crowds, hiking safety and the best trails.




Explorer's Guide Maine (18th Edition) (Explorer's Complete)


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The standard by which all other Maine travel guides are judged—now completely revised and reenvisioned The best-selling and most trusted guide to Maine is back! Once again fully updated and revised, this 18th edition features a brand-new design with expanded sidebars, itineraries, and lush color photographs throughout. As always, authors Christina Tree and Nancy English offer the best, most up-to-date recommendations for food, lodging, recreation, shopping, events, and much more. Whether you’re a native New Englander or one of the thousands of visitors who flock to “Vacationland” every year, in Explorer’s Guide Maine you’ll find the most comprehensive and useful information to make your stay more enjoyable.




Explorer's Guide Coastal Maine (1st Edition) (Explorer's Complete)


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Explore one of America’s most magnificent coastlines Measuring 7,000 miles, Maine and its islands have more shore than the rest of the East Coast combined. This essential Explorer’s Guide points you to the best lobster pounds, fine restaurants, theaters, festivals, and museums scattered along Maine’s bountiful shores. Find out how to savor the salty air and serene harbors of Maine’s stunning coastlines on a daylong excursion or relax in one of the many world-class B&Bs. Feeling nostalgic? Take in a 3-mile excursion in an old-fashioned train car. Those seeking adventure can explore Maine’s waters on the deck of a windjammer or cross the soaring half-mile Deer Isle Bridge suspended in a cloud of sea fog. Take the knowledge of two renowned travel experts with you as you journey across New England’s most spectacular coastline. As with all Explorer’s Guides, you’ll discover fascinating history, important contact information, up-to-date maps, and more to help you make the most of your journey.













Cruising World


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