Discover Cape Cod
Description
Shipwrecks, pirates, wars, and revolutions...27 stories you never knew about the Cape.
Discover Cape Cod brings history and travel together in ways that make exploring Cape Cod a rich, educational experience. From the naming of Martha’s Vineyard to the formation of the National Seashore, this book explores four centuries of colonial, maritime, architectural, and economic history in a collection of 27 short stories. Learn about an English sailor who named many the Cape’s major landmarks and how a humble fruit saved the region from economic depression. Read a story about a legendary pirate’s treasure lost in a furious storm just off the coast of Wellfleet and discover sites where important economic and technological "firsts" took place.
Author, Shawnie Kelley shares her passion for the Cape in a well-researched book of stories and suggestions for how to become immersed in region’s fascinating history. Written in an easy-to-read style, this book is both educational and entertaining, encouraging travelers to actively Discover Cape Cod through its rich historic and cultural offerings.