The Watermen

Focusing on the adventurous seafarers of the Chesapeake Bay, this special edition features evocative artwork by John Moll. It draws from James A. Michener's Pulitzer Prize-winning Chesapeake, capturing the essence of the bay's wildlife and the lives of watermen, highlighting their pastimes, rivalries in hunting and oystering, and the spirit of their community. The combination of stunning illustrations and compelling storytelling makes this work a unique tribute to a vibrant culture and landscape.