Rivers of the Eastern Shore
“Rivers of the Eastern Shore” tells the captivating story of Maryland’s Eastern Shore through colorful narratives of 17 fascinating rivers. Starting from the arrival of European settlers and their encounters with Indigenous people, Footner’s story continues through the early 20th century. Each river has its own unique story, character, and beauty, lovingly detailed during his travels. Footner writes in vivid, glowing prose about the Eastern Shore's people, customs, towns, and houses. He delves into its politics, economics, and rich history, covering events from the American Revolution, War of 1812, and Civil War, to the trade of enslaved Africans and the oyster wars.
Salt Tide
“Salt Tide” is a captivating blend of memoir and science, in which naturalist Curtis J. Badger explores the last untouched barrier island ecosystem on the US East Coast—18 islands separating inland shore from Atlantic. Badger weaves personal history with natural science as he details the rich array of plants and animals living in this fragile, protected zone. His passion for the area, fueled by ancestral roots going back to the 1600s, shines through as he paddles through spartina on tidal creeks or hunts milky ribbon worms in mudflats. It’s a fascinating tale of a unique ecosystem and the naturalist who loves it.