About The Books & Author Michael Dixon
Turning the pages of the book, "Life At The Flats" gives you a unique opportunity to relive the memories of a maritime era gone by in the Michigan waterways known as The St. Clair Flats. The St. Clair Flats also known as Harsens Island, is located approximately 25 miles north of Detroit, where the St. Clair River meets Lake St. Clair.
Author Michael Dixon diligently catalogs his research of this entire boating region, giving us a new perspective to understand what the Turn of The Century steam ships traveling our Blue Water area Flats, created for the city's families. The Book features the island's grand Victorian hotels, the genealogy of the residents which created the culture of this island community while Dixon describes the amazing tourism experiences enjoyed by so many ordinary people in the metro Detroit area and Midwest.
Reading about boarding steamers for day trips and about the private paradise afforded residents of Harsens Island during the late 1800s - 1900s, you'll want to take your own day trip to explore this island. Plan to unwind today in the
When Detroit Road The Waves is a sea of information that i back in time when people came by the thousands to relax and enjoy the beautiful waters known as the "Venice of America". Ships, hotels, resorts and beaches with pristine, crystal clear waters surround Harsens Island. As you read, discover the past and learn how Harsens Island's historical relevance has created the current pleasures offered all year round to so many visitors.
Author and Historian Michael Dixon gives you a rare glimpse into the past by carefully cataloging and sharing photographs and illustrations from several Harsens Island residents private collections. Dixon's exploration of The Library of Congress gives you an in depth look into what life was like during the days of steamers riding Lake St. Clair and her rivers. As you turn the pages of Life At The Flats, imagine the excitement of those that came by way of steam ship over a hundred years ago. As you enjoy the rich history of Harsens Island, you're sure to want to board the ferry for your own trip across the North Channel to this island gem.
Learn more and explore the history of Harsens Island as author Michael Dixon has meticulously chronicled the yesteryear of The St. Clair Flats in a newly re-printed, three part series of Maritime Books: Life at the Flats, When Detroit Rode the Waves, Motormen and Yachting.
Author Michael Dixon diligently catalogs his research of this entire boating region, giving us a new perspective to understand what the Turn of The Century steam ships traveling our Blue Water area Flats, created for the city's families. The Book features the island's grand Victorian hotels, the genealogy of the residents which created the culture of this island community while Dixon describes the amazing tourism experiences enjoyed by so many ordinary people in the metro Detroit area and Midwest.
Reading about boarding steamers for day trips and about the private paradise afforded residents of Harsens Island during the late 1800s - 1900s, you'll want to take your own day trip to explore this island. Plan to unwind today in the
When Detroit Road The Waves is a sea of information that i back in time when people came by the thousands to relax and enjoy the beautiful waters known as the "Venice of America". Ships, hotels, resorts and beaches with pristine, crystal clear waters surround Harsens Island. As you read, discover the past and learn how Harsens Island's historical relevance has created the current pleasures offered all year round to so many visitors.
Author and Historian Michael Dixon gives you a rare glimpse into the past by carefully cataloging and sharing photographs and illustrations from several Harsens Island residents private collections. Dixon's exploration of The Library of Congress gives you an in depth look into what life was like during the days of steamers riding Lake St. Clair and her rivers. As you turn the pages of Life At The Flats, imagine the excitement of those that came by way of steam ship over a hundred years ago. As you enjoy the rich history of Harsens Island, you're sure to want to board the ferry for your own trip across the North Channel to this island gem.
Learn more and explore the history of Harsens Island as author Michael Dixon has meticulously chronicled the yesteryear of The St. Clair Flats in a newly re-printed, three part series of Maritime Books: Life at the Flats, When Detroit Rode the Waves, Motormen and Yachting.