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Lifeguards of the Jersey Shore
Michael Fowler
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Description for Lifeguards of the Jersey Shore
Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages, 167 color and 131 b/w photos. BIC Classification: WT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 278 x 215 x 11. Weight in Grams: 640.
The compelling story of how and why modern ocean lifeguarding emerged on the New Jersey shore is told through 298 rare, unpublished, primary source photographs and fascinating text. This state-wide perspective of beach patrols, from Sandy Hook to Cape May, provides a unique, first-hand outlook garnered from interviews with many of the most prominent personalities in the lifeguard community. Learn the myths and realities of lifeguarding's history, beginning with the origins and pioneers, and how the United States Life-Saving Service emerged in response to early shipwrecks. Evolving gear reflects how technology has enhanced ocean rescue's effectiveness, paved with the guards' ... Read more
The compelling story of how and why modern ocean lifeguarding emerged on the New Jersey shore is told through 298 rare, unpublished, primary source photographs and fascinating text. This state-wide perspective of beach patrols, from Sandy Hook to Cape May, provides a unique, first-hand outlook garnered from interviews with many of the most prominent personalities in the lifeguard community. Learn the myths and realities of lifeguarding's history, beginning with the origins and pioneers, and how the United States Life-Saving Service emerged in response to early shipwrecks. Evolving gear reflects how technology has enhanced ocean rescue's effectiveness, paved with the guards' ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
Number of Pages
128
Place of Publication
Atglen, United States
ISBN
9780764334917
SKU
V9780764334917
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About Michael Fowler
Michael Fowler has been lifeguarding every summer since 1964. Bernard Olsen has written two historical books and many articles, and he lectures extensively throughout the state. Edward Olsen is a Health and Physical Education teacher and coach who serves as a lifeguard captain in Long Branch, New Jersey.
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