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Book Synopsis: Once located between Great Bay and Little Egg Harbor, along the New Jersey coast, Tucker's Island disappeared into the Atlantic Ocean. Sand dunes and native foliage once covered its eight miles. For generations, the Rider family kept the light illuminated, and the US Life-Saving Service provided aid to ships in distress. Two hotels were constructed by island men with building materials salvaged from local shipwrecks. Visitors arrived by sail or steam, and the popularity of Tucker's Island inspired real estate agents to sell worthless lots to unsuspecting buyers eager for their own piece of the shore. Storms battered the vulnerable island; the lighthouse toppled in 1927, the life-saving station washed away, and in 1932, the island was removed from tax records.
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Discover the captivating story of Tucker's Island, a once magnificent coastal paradise that vanished into the depths of the Atlantic Ocean. Immerse yourself in the rich history of this eight-mile stretch of land, shrouded in sand dunes and lush native foliage. Tucker's Island, documented in the compelling book "Tucker's Island (Images of America)," will transport you to an era where the Rider family illuminated the island with their lighthouse and the US Life-Saving Service offered aid to distressed ships.
As you turn the pages of this meticulously researched book, you'll be transported back in time, witnessing the construction of two magnificent hotels utilizing salvaged building materials from shipwrecks. Sail and steam brought visitors to the island, drawn to the allure of Tucker's Island and its picturesque surroundings. However, not all was as idyllic as it seemed.
Real estate agents capitalized on the island's popularity, selling worthless lots to unsuspecting buyers eager to claim their own piece of the shore. While storms relentlessly battered Tucker's Island, its inhabitants fought valiantly against the forces of nature. Sadly, the iconic lighthouse met its demise in 1927, and the life-saving station was eventually washed away. Finally, in 1932, the island disappeared from tax records, leaving only memories and stories behind.
Embark on a journey through time with "Tucker's Island (Images of America)," a truly mesmerizing account of a lost paradise. Dive into the vivid imagery and detailed narratives provided by this book, making history come alive within its pages. Don't miss your chance to experience the allure and mystery of Tucker's Island firsthand. Grab a copy of "Tucker's Island (Images of America)" today and unearth the secrets of this vanished coastal gem!
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