NEW BOOKS

Travel


A Hard Place to Leave:

Stories from a Restless Life

 

by Marcia DeSanctis

Travel writer Marcia DeSanctis’s new memoir consists of essays about her adventures abroad and in New England. In it, DeSanctis shares engaging stories of her travels while examining her restlessness and reflecting on the push and pull between her desire to explore and her longing for home.

Published by Travelers’ Tales (May 3, 2022)

100 Things to Do on Cape Cod and the Islands Before You Die

by Kim Foley Mackinnon

This travel guide includes the beautiful Cape Cod beaches as well as the charming villages, quirky museums, and best restaurants.

Kim Foley Mackinnon is a longtime Boston local who visits Cape Cod frequently and has plenty of advice to share.

Published by Reedy Press, LLC (May 1, 2022)

Unique Eats and Eateries of Connecticut:

The People and Stories Behind the Food

 

by Mike Urban

Local writer Mike Urban highlights the rich and diverse cuisine of Connecticut in this guide book. In addition to praising the food, the book tells the stories of the restaurants it features, from family businesses of three generations to beloved diners supported by college communities to Ivy League cafes.

Published by Reedy Press, LLC (June 15, 2021)

The Lighthouse Handbook:

New England and Canadian Maritimes (Fourth Edition)

 

by Jeremy D'Entremont

The newly updated field guide on lighthouses in New England is now available. It features each of New England’s lighthouses as well as a some Canadian lighthouses, five of which were not covered in earlier editions of the book. It includes beautiful photographs, lighthouse history, and tips for planning your trip.

Published by Cider Mill Press (June 1, 2021)

The Boston Harbor Islands:

Discovering the City’s Hidden Shores

 

by Christopher Klein

The Boston Harbor Islands: Discovering the City’s Hidden Shores, is part travel guide and part history. It explores the military installations that once protected Boston, America’s oldest lighthouse, the history of pirates and bootleggers, shipwrecks, and an abundance of stunning natural views. The book contains over 150 full-color photographs and a wealth of useful and interesting information.

Published by Globe Pequot (May 1, 2020)