A Chesapeake Bay Journey: Islands of History and Folklore, Kent Island, MD to Tangier Island, VA

Travel alongside the author as she journeys from Kent Island, Maryland to Tangier Island, Virginia, sprinkling the voyage with snapshots of the histories and folklore stored within prominent and vanished islands of the Chesapeake Bay. Why did Virginia lose Kent Island to Maryland? How did Bloody Point get its name? What prompted the first naval battle between English settlers to take place in the Chesapeake? Whose 200-year influence keeps the islands of the lower bay dry? Which island served as a Native American prison? Glimpse the bay’s fisheries: from the earliest economic prosperity, when demand for seafood delicacies sparked regional growth but brought war, through today’s dwindling stock and environmental challenges, and into the future where environmental restoration and conservation initiatives spark hope that we can pass along natural resources to the next generation enhanced, not impaired, in value. Lori's other works include Gardener’s Birdwatching Journal of Maryland's Eastern Shore; Let’s Play Outside, a collection of Chesapeake Bay-themed stories for ages 4-8; Grandmother’s Garden Magic, a memoir detailing magical encounters of the natural world at Grandmother's house, for advanced readers ages 6-8.; and a Coloring Book of the Chesapeake Bay featuring the bay's flora, fauna, bridges, and boats.Lori is an instructor of English Language Arts, an advocate for environmental conservation, and a history hobbyist who has spent a quarter century documenting features of the Chesapeake Bay from her small boat, Salad Days. She holds a Master of Arts degree in English and Writing and an Advanced Professional Education Certification. Read more