- Stories of the heroism and fortitude of the men and women of the U.S. Lighthouse Service, who kept vital shipping lanes safe from 1716 until early in the 20th century- Vivid tales about the daily work, coping with fog, storms, and other catastrophes, legends and ghosts, women's and families' roles, lighthouse children and pets, the natural world around lighthouses, and te diverse characters of those who held the job- Fans of Elinor De Wire's charming style will want this book