| Synopsis: |
The eastern end of Long Island, New York, is rich ground, known for its history, architecture, and distinctive natural beauty. This exquisite photographic record cover the territory known as the Hamptons, including Westhampton, Quogue, Hampton Bays, Southampton (the oldest English settlement in New York State), Sag Harbor, Water Mill, Bridgehampton, Sagaponack, Wainscott, East Hampton, Amagansett, and Montauk. Ken Miller, a Hamptons resident, has used his intimate knowledge of the area and special access to private properties to portray, in 168 simple images, the diverse settings, activities, and landscapes that have made the Hamptons so enticing for over four centuries. |