Sayville and Bayport, unknown to many, were popular summer respites for much of Manhattan society at the turn of the 20th Century. Havemeyer's book is a very good summary of the exploits of the various families, who had a hand in shaping what the two south-shore towns are today. It drags at places and you really have to be enthusiastic about reading the heritage of various families, but some of the stories told are interesting and entertaining. Included are several pages of black & white photographs that show Sayville and Bayport in the past and present. It's a great read for anyone interested in the history of the area, and as an accessory volume for anyone interested in the history of New York society during the Gilded Age.