Wooden schooners have graced the waters of coastal Maine for more than 100 years as fishing boats, freighters and now as vessels for tourists. Peter Spectre's lively text mixes anecdote with the wonderful history of Maine schooners, as he describes the enduring popularity of schooners for boat lovers the world over. Ben Mendlowitz's luminous photographs reveal the magnificent lines of the boats and the enticing way they cut through the water. This book is at once an informative account of the schooner's role in Main maritime history, a testament to the beauty of the coastal region and a celebration of the people living in the area.