After publixhing his third book, it wsa suggested to the author that he write his own memoir, since he was born on Chincoteague and has spent most of his life on the Island. The entire dialogue in this book was created only from his memory!

The longest undefeloped beach on the east coast, Assateague is beloved by beachgoers and wildlife enthusiasts. This little island has a rich history including wildlife, Native American hunting, then a lighthouse, small village and Life Saving Station.

Boom towns like Greenbackville and Franklin City on Virginia's remote Chincoteague Bay attracted many in the early 1900s. Most settled for simple, rural lifestyles. The stories of this vanishing way of life are told here, with their insights and emotions.