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Discovering the Boston Harbor Islands
June 8, 2010
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Christopher Klein discusses his book Discovering the Boston Harbor Islands: A Guide to the City's Hidden Shores. Part history, part travel guide, it's one of the most compelling invitations to explore the Boston Harbor Islands national park area.

Discovering the Boston Harbor Islands is an indispensable resource for those who want to uncover one of the best kept secrets in the Northeast. Think: pirates, pilgrims, shipwrecked sailors, and prisoners of war. Whether it’s hiking, camping, a trip through history or a simple getaway to spend a day at the beach, a visit to the harbor islands offers an outdoor experience wholly unique to the geography and heritage of Boston. Klein’s comprehensive coverage and keen wit are sure to inspire thousands of landlubbers to leave port.

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Author: Christopher Klein
Publisher: Union Park Press (2008)
Binding: Paperback, 224 pages

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