Cape Cod has a rich tradition of local lore, stretching back to a time before the Pilgrims arrived. Ancient Wampanoag legends like Granny Squannit and Princess Scargo are as familiar as tales of pirates and explorers, including "Black Sam" Bellamy and Donald Baxter Macmillan. Felines often blocked "Cat's Alley" in pursuit of food from fishermen's boats. The remnants of Billingsgate Island can be seen at low tide, and visits from Jenny Lind and Helen Keller contrast with the mysterious stories of the "Lady of the Dunes" and New England's Dark Day. Author Robin Smith-Johnson shares historic tales of shipwrecks, murders, hauntings and more from the Cape.

An original children's book that tells the history of Cape Cod in rhyming verse. Beautifully illustrated with whimsical line drawings. The melodious text sings a sweet fable, sure to delight children of all ages. "Come meet the Pilgrims, the Presidents, the Vikings; Feel warm summer winds, or nor'easter lightnings.... Come hear the legends, the amazing, the odd; Come hear the true story, that is known as Cape Cod." The book is also a wonderful learning tool, as it is filled with entertaining historical anecdotes. Complete with historical timeline from 70 million BC to 1990, & a map of Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, & Nantucket. Whether they are Cape Cod natives, vacation on the Cape & Islands, or just want to visit the region through the pages of this charming book, children are sure to treasure THE STORY OF CAPE COD. Write for information to Cape Cod Life, 4 Barlows Landing Road, Suite 14, P.O. Box 1385, Pocasset, MA 02559. Or telephone toll-free: 1-800-645-4482.

Cape Cod New & Old is a travel guide and history book that explores the people, places, and culture of Cape Cod. The author delves into the history and legends of the area while providing practical information for visitors, making this book an essential guide for anyone interested in Cape Cod. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The author of Legends & Lore of Cape Cod delves deeper into the colorful local history of Massachusetts’s quaint seaside region. Cape Cod may be a popular tourist destination, but it has a strange and distinctive history. The Pukwudgies were two- to three-foot beings with smooth gray skin, hairy faces and horns. These shape-shifting, mischievous “little people” are connected to Wampanoag Indian mythology. Edward Rowe Snow, a New England historian who was also known as “the Flying Santa,” delivered Christmas presents to lighthouse keepers and their families. Jeremiah’s Gutter was a canal in Orleans and the first Cape Cod Canal. Join author Robin Smith-Johnson as she uncovers the secrets behind many unique places, remarkable events and fascinating people. Includes photos!

Known as the spot where the Pilgrims first set foot on Cape Cod in 1620, it's no surprise that Provincetown, Massachusetts, is a hotspot for tourists as well as hauntings--including over twenty historic, crime, nightlife, overnight, secret, and Truro haunts. Take a stroll along Commercial Street where the historic Lancy mansion is allegedly haunted by an old woman who died in the late 1800s, but due to the frozen ground, she couldn't be buried, so her son kept her propped up at an open window all winter long. Learn about the historic "Black Flash" of Provincetown--a grim reaper-type beast that would snatch children away in the 1930s. From the historic maritime-themed buildings lining Commercial Street to the shores of the Provincetown Harbor, it is clear that there is hardly a corner of the tip of Cape Cod where the paranormal cannot be experienced.