Martha's Vineyard Tales: From Pirates on Lake Tashmoo to Baxter's Saloon

by Chris Baer

Step back in island time into a time-capsule of Martha’s Vineyard history—the quirky, the gritty, the whimsical, and the hard-to-believe. This collection of stories and unique historical photographs paints a picture of the Vineyard through time. There's more to this New England treasure than postcard perfection! Pick up Martha's Vineyard From Pirates on Lake Tashmoo to Baxter's Saloon and discover the real stories that make up the island's past. Full of little-known tales and tidbits, surprises await for visitors and Vineyard history enthusiasts alike.

240 pages, Hardcover

Published June 1, 2018

Reviews

[Marian · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. It gave a wonderful view of the color and characters of Martha's Vineyard, bringing history alive. I hope he writes another book,

[Craig Waldie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyable read and quick. Fun insights in MV’s past and how it has changed over time. Worth a pick up if interested in the island.