Gulf Coast Field Guide

A field guide to the Gulf Coast: seafood shacks and dive bars, writers and cigar makers, secret beaches and salty small towns.

Inside Wildsam Gulf Coast, you'll find stories from prize-winning writers, past and present; a detailed road trip plan and profiles of 10 idyllic towns; interviews with historians, mermaid performers, fishing guides and photographers; delightful miscellany from the archives, selective recommendations about authentic Gulf Coast experiences and a deep dive into the work, culture and recipes revolving around seafood.