Ribbon of Sand

A rich & beautifully written exploration of the unique natural history & romantic past of the Outer Banks, a string of fragile barrier islands that stretch for more that a hundred miles down the North Carolina coast. First published in 1992, this new edition brings the Banks' story to the present--from the on-going excavation of what it is believed to be Blackbeard's ship, to the impending threat of oil drilling at Manteo Point, the authors reveal the controversies, natural wonders, & fascinating legends that make the Outer Banks one of North Carolina's most beloved treasures.