The Heroism of Eben Emerson

In a situation of imminent danger, his bravery and determination achieved a rescue at sea against almost impossible odds! The Heroism of Eben Emerson is written and illustrated by Iona Desmond, the great, great, great, great granddaughter of Eben Emerson. Mr. Emerson, keeper of Wood Island Lighthouse rescued the crew of the "Edyth Ann" of Digby, Nova Scotia on March 16th, 1865.