"Lightships and Lighthouses" by Frederick Arthur Ambrose Talbot is a historical exploration into the critical role of maritime navigation aids. It journeys into the construction and operation of both lighthouses and lightships. The book starts by stressing how important lighthouses are for keeping sailors safe in dangerous areas. Talbot examines the history of lighthouses, starting with ancient examples like the Pharos of Alexandria, and looks at the difficulties in building them, especially in hard-to-reach spots. He explains how lighthouses were built and how their lighting technology improved.

Lightships and Lighthouses
By Frederick Arthur Ambrose Talbot
Discover how the creation of maritime beacons overcame impossible odds to save countless lives at sea.
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