Lighthouses were originally built to guide mariners on their journeys and to help them avoid hazards of the seas. This book focuses on the lights along the coast of Maine. We actually start in Portsmouth, New Hampshire with a lighthouse that is very close to the border with Maine. In fact, from it you can see two lighthouses that are in Maine. We then travel northeast along the coast. Some of our towers are on the shore and some are several miles out in the ocean. After reaching Lubec, the last town before reaching New Brunswick, we head north to view a tower on the St. Croix River, less than 400 feet from the Canadian border. Each entry will give directions on finding that structure, pertinent information on it and other interesting facts about it as well as a full-page color photograph of the tower. Whether you are a lighthouse aficionado who loves chasing these classic structures and or a young family on a budget who is looking for a low-cost tourist option, everyone should find something of interest in these pages. Above all, enjoy the lighthouses.