This is the sixth volume in the Lost In Michigan book series based on the popular website www.LostinMichigan.net. It contains unique and interesting stories throughout the "Mitten State" that are off the beaten path. Tales of tragic accidents, to historic places and inspirational people that showcases Michigan's diverse history. If you have traveled to the popular tourist destinations in Michigan, and are looking for something a little different, you will enjoy reading this book. It's the perfect book to take on a road trip and get “Lost In Michigan.”
The Waugoshance Lighthouse was the first offshore lighthouse on the Great Lakes and it has been left abandoned for decades. This is the story of one man's fictional visit to this historic beacon to shine a light from the tower one last time before it crumbles into Lake Michigan. Through the challenges of living one more day in isolation at the forgotten lighthouse the history of Great Lakes Lighthouses comes to life. Woven throughout the story are true tales of the men and women who worked at these historic beacons keeping the light on to guide sailors. It also contains the history of lighthouse on the Great Lakes and how the light mechanism and fog signals worked long before electricity became available. If you love lighthouses, or a good adventure story, you will enjoy reading this book.
Lost In Indiana is not your average travel book and more than just a list of places to visit. Mike Sonnenberg (Author of Lost In Michigan) tells stories of strange and historic locations in the Hoosier State not found on most travel brochures. If you love exploring out of the way locations and wonder about their story, then this is the book for you. Including historic sites from the founding of the United States to bizarre abandoned places that have tragic tales waiting to be told. Over fifty spots around the state include cemeteries, historic homes, old jails, and monuments that each have their own unusual history and tell stories of Indiana's past. Lost In Indiana covers all regions of the state from the farmland of the northeast to the secluded Hoosier National Forest. There are tales of places on the northern shoreline of Lake Michigan and the Ohio River in the South. Detailed addresses are given for each location if you want to visit and explore any of them. Whether you are a long time resident of the Hoosier State, or visiting for the first time, you are sure to read about new places to discover on your next adventure. It's time to explore the Hoosier State and get Lost In Indiana.
