Men's Lives: The Surfmen And Baymen Of The South Fork
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Peter Matthiessen
Binding: Hardback
Published: Random House, 1986
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Men's Lives: The Surfmen And Baymen Of The South Fork chronicles the vanishing way of life among the hardy individuals who have long depended on the sea for their livelihood on Long Island's South Fork. Peter Matthiessen, with his characteristic keen observation, presents a vivid portrait of these surfmen and baymen, detailing their traditions, their deep connection to the natural world, and the challenges they face from modernization and environmental change. The narrative illustrates a poignant struggle to preserve a unique cultural heritage against the relentless tide of progress. This compelling work captures the essence of a community defined by its relationship with the ocean, offering a powerful testament to human resilience and the enduring spirit of a maritime culture.
Author: Peter Matthiessen
Binding: Hardback
Published: Random House, 1986
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Men's Lives: The Surfmen And Baymen Of The South Fork chronicles the vanishing way of life among the hardy individuals who have long depended on the sea for their livelihood on Long Island's South Fork. Peter Matthiessen, with his characteristic keen observation, presents a vivid portrait of these surfmen and baymen, detailing their traditions, their deep connection to the natural world, and the challenges they face from modernization and environmental change. The narrative illustrates a poignant struggle to preserve a unique cultural heritage against the relentless tide of progress. This compelling work captures the essence of a community defined by its relationship with the ocean, offering a powerful testament to human resilience and the enduring spirit of a maritime culture.