The Nature of North Carolina's Southern Coast

“Dirk Frankenberg has succeeded in writing the best kind of a book: one that is informative on the complex levels of the geologist and ecologist yet can be employed by the casual student or tourist.”—North Carolina Historical Review

“For the traveler looking for places to hike, paddle or drive amid some of the coast’s lesser-known scenic sights. In addition to directions, the book equips readers with a lesson in natural history and some trail-guide-type details designed to help them appreciate the nature of nature.”—News & Observer

“An excellent ecological overview of the plant communities that one encounters when exploring North Carolina’s dynamic fragile coastal areas. . . . Anyone planning to spend some time in this coastal fringe will find this book an invaluable companion.”—CHOICE

“Finally, our southern coast gets the attention and respect it merits. Reading this book is almost as good as being there. It’s must reading if you want to understand our complex coastal ecosystem and help keep our coast healthy and productive for future generations.”—Todd Miller, Executive Director, North Carolina Coastal Federation