Ferry Beach

<p>Ferry Beach is a captivating recollection of the men and boats that have sailed the waters around Barrow-in-Furness for generations. Through personal anecdotes and historical research author Stan Henderson paints a vivid portrait of the boatmen who braved the waves wind and tides to make their living on the sea.</p><p><br></p><p>Ferry Beach explores the many types of craft that have graced the waters off Barrow and is a tribute to the people who crewed them - the hardworking skilled and often colourful characters who kept the maritime traditions of the region alive.</p><p><br></p><p>Through interviews with local families and archival research Ferry Beach brings to life the stories of these men and their boats. It offers a glimpse into a world that has largely disappeared. It is a must-read for anyone with an interest in maritime history regional culture or the human experience on the sea.</p>