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Learn More About the Eastern Shore of MD and Chesapeake Bay

Sandaway Suites & Beach Blog for Traveling to Oxford, Maryland

Helpful advice and information for planning a Maryland vacation is found in our travel blog. Discover why Sandaway Suites & Beach has an ideal location for exploring the Eastern Shore and Chesapeake Bay. 

Sandaway Suites & Beach Blog - Travel Tips and Advice for Eastern Shore of Maryland Vacations

<h1 class="x_elementToProof"><strong data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">James Michener's "Chesapeake" Connection to Oxford and the Gibson Family</strong></h1>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">James Michener loved the Eastern Shore and came here to write his book "Chesapeake." He sailed the Chesapeake since his days in college. In the Talbot Free Library's Maryland room, and using other sources throughout the Eastern Shore, he researched the region in hundreds of books, newspapers, magazine articles and old letters. It was in Oxford, Maryland at the Robert Morris Inn's tavern that Michener came to write his original outline for "Chesapeake."</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">One of Michener's favorite foods of the Chesapeake Bay were crabcakes. As cited from The Philadelphia Inquirer on Aug. 30, 1992, Michener said " The Maryland crabcake is one of the great dishes of the world. It's incomparable." The Robert Morris Inn, while it was owned by the <a href="https://www.sandaway.com/about-us/">Gibson Family</a>, drew national attention when a letter from Michener rated their crabcakes the best of any commercial establishment on the Eastern Shore and was published in a number of major newspapers. "I didn't even know about it until I read it." <a href="https://www.sandaway.com/founder-kenny-bopper-gibson/">Ken Gibson</a> recalled. He certainly had the opportunity to have hundreds of crabcakes while he was here." Michener would also recall with warm sentiment the Gibsons and their Robert Morris Inn. The friendship has stretched over time and geography. "When I was in Alaska, way up north toward the Arctic Circle, (they) airmailed us six crabcakes," Michener said. " They had been frozen but came in at 9.3. And boy, we lived like kings. We invited in friends and had a Maryland crabfeast up there in the frozen north."</div>
<div>Ken Gibson said he couldn't divulge the specifics of the Robert Morris Inn crabcake-which is understandable- but he described the thinking that went into making his crabcake a quality product.</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">"We don't use filler," he said. "We try to present a crabcake that the majority is backfin or lump crabmeat, even though the traditional crabcake on the Eastern Shore used all the different parts of the crab."</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">"And even though we buy the best quality, we pick it to ensure there is no shell. The key is you don't want to be crunching down on shell. Most crabcakes are pan-fried or deep-fried. We came out with the baked crabcake. It also can be broiled. A lot of people are concerned about cholesterol and deep frying. I can tell you that there is no breading on our baked crabcake. With the deep-fried there is a light breading."</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">Asked the best way to bind the crabmeat together, Gibson paused, then laughed good-naturedly. "I can't get into that" he said. "That's where the seasoning comes in, and that's top secret." Gibson was also politely low-key about his relationship with Michener during the author's Eastern Shore Years. "He loved coming to our inn and enjoyed eating there," Gibson said. "We had people bringing his book here wanting to know where he sat and what he ate when he came in. We always respected his privacy and never wanted to commercialize our relationship. I knew him as a guest and treated him like a guest.&nbsp;</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">(The publicity) only happened because he wrote the letter and rated our crabcake the highest of any commercial establishment."</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">James Michener died in 1997 at the age of 90 and is buried at Austin Memorial Park Cemetery in Austin, Texas. He was a prolific author well known for his extensive research and sweeping historical novels, including "Chesapeake," which we pay tribute to at Sandaway Suites &amp; Beach. Learn about our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sandaway.com/rooms/chesapeake-suite/"><strong>Chesapeake Suite - Michener's Cottages at Sandaway</strong>.</a></div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof"><strong>James Michener's "released Chesapeake Diary"<br />outline for&nbsp;<em>Chesapeake</em>&nbsp;written at the Robert Morris Inn</strong></div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">While writing his best-selling novel Chesapeake, Michener collected his notes into his Chesapeake diary. He left the diary and everything he had relating to the book to the Talbot County Free Library in Easton, Maryland.</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof" align="left">To our knowledge this was the first time that any portion of Michener's Chesapeake Diary has been published. All written material is owned by the estate of James A. Michener.</div>
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<div align="left">"At a small store in Oxford, I purchased a school boy's notebook, and that evening we sat at the Robert Morris Inn awaiting a shore dinner. I jotted down the complete outline&nbsp;of the novel and went to bed this night satisfied that I had made a good decision...." &mdash;&nbsp;Feb.8 1975</div>
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James Michener's "Chesapeake" Connection to Oxford, MD

James Michener, the celebrated author known for his sweeping historical novels, had a special affinity for the Eastern Shore of Maryland, where he wrote his iconic novel Chesapeake. While researching the rich history of the region, Michener frequented the Robert Morris Inn in Oxford, Maryland, where the idyllic setting inspired him to craft the original outline for his book.

One prominent feature of this blog post is Michener's love for Maryland crabcakes, which he famously touted as "one of the great dishes of the world." The Robert Morris Inn, once owned by the Gibson family, became particularly renowned after Michener praised their crabcakes in a published letter, declaring them the best in the region. This endorsement brought considerable attention to the inn, although the Gibsons valued their friendship with Michener and maintained his privacy throughout his visits.

For those interested in Michener's legacy, Sandaway Suites & Beach pays tribute by offering the Chesapeake Suite, inviting guests to connect with the very essence of Michener's work.

James Michener's "Chesapeake" Connection to Oxford and the Gibson Family

James Michener's "Chesapeake" Connection to Oxford

James Michener's "Chesapeake" Connection to Oxford, Maryland

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<div>Are you looking for the ultimate in Chesapeake Bay accommodations?</div>
<div><strong><a href="https://www.sandaway.com/rooms/chesapeake-suite/">Chesapeake Suite</a></strong> inside Michener's Cottages at Sandaway is a suite like no other on the Eastern Shore of Maryland.</div>
<div>Michener's cottages at Sandaway honors <a href="https://www.sandaway.com/blog/chesapeake-james-michener/"><strong>James Michener, who wrote his outline to the novel "Chesapeake" in Oxford, Maryland.</strong></a> Michener became friend's with the Gibson family while researching his novel "Chesapeake" and eating one of his favorite foods, the Maryland crab cake. It also honors the Native Americans featured in the novel "Chesapeake", and there contributions to the area. The name &ldquo;Chesapeake&rdquo; is derived from the Algonquian word &ldquo;Chesepiooc,&rdquo; which means &ldquo;great shellfish bay&rdquo; or "place where water is spread out".</div>
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<h2><strong>Micheners's Beach Cottage Cabana</strong></h2>
<div>Beaches are mentioned numerous times in James Michener&rsquo;s novel&nbsp;<em>Chesapeake</em>. The novel spans several centuries and covers a wide range of geographical features in the Chesapeake Bay area, including its beaches. These settings are often used to highlight the natural beauty of the region and the interactions between the characters and their environment.</div>
<div>For example, the beaches along the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries serve as important locations for various events and activities, such as fishing, oystering, and moments of reflection for the characters. The natural landscape, including the beaches, plays a significant role in shaping the lives and stories of the people in the novel.</div>
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<div>Renaming Sandaway&rsquo;s Beach Cottage Cabana to Michener&rsquo;s Beach Cottage Cabana&nbsp;is our thoughtful way to honor James Michener and his novel&nbsp;<em>Chesapeake</em>. Here are a few reasons why we have done this:</div>
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<li>Literary Tribute: The name directly acknowledges James Michener, celebrating his contributions to literature and his connection to the Chesapeake Bay area through his novel.</li>
<li>Cultural Connection: It ties the cottage to the rich history and culture depicted in&nbsp;<em>Chesapeake</em>, enhancing the sense of place and storytelling for guests.</li>
<li>Recognition: Michener is a well-known author, and his name can attract travelers who are fans of his work&nbsp;or interested in the historical and cultural themes he explored.</li>
<li>Unique Identity: The name gives the cottage a unique identity that sets it apart, making it memorable for visitors and enhancing the tourist attractions in Oxford, MD.</li>
<li>Educational Value: It can spark curiosity and encourage guests to learn more about&nbsp;Michener&rsquo;s work and the history of the Chesapeake Bay area.</li>
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<h2><strong>Michener's Choptank Cottage Hideaway</strong></h2>
<div>Choptank Cottage Hideaway is a short walk from Michener's Beach Cottage Cabana. It also honor James Michener, his novel Chesapeake, and Native Americans. The Choptank River is a significant location in the book, and the name evokes the rich history and natural beauty of the Chesapeake Bay area. It also adds a sense of place and connection to the novel&rsquo;s themes and settings. Choptank Cottage Hideaway is hidden behind majestic trees, and you can see the Choptank River just farther down the waterfront lawn.</div>
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<div>Renaming Tuckaway Cottage to Choptank Cottage Hideaway not only pays tribute to Michener&rsquo;s work but also create a charming and inviting atmosphere for Sandaway guests. It ties in nicely with the local heritage and the novel&rsquo;s exploration of the region. The name Choptank Cottage Hideaway also honors Native Americans in several meaningful ways:</div>
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<div>Historical Significance: The Choptank River is named after the Choptank tribe, a Native American group that lived along its banks and other nearby shores including Oxford's. By using &ldquo;Choptank&rdquo; in the name, we acknowledge and honor the indigenous people who originally inhabited the Chesapeake Bay area.</div>
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<div>Cultural Recognition: Incorporating the name of a Native American tribe into the cottage&rsquo;s name helps to preserve and promote awareness of the rich cultural heritage and history of the region&rsquo;s indigenous communities.</div>
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<div>Connection to the Land: The Choptank tribe, like many Native American tribes, had a deep connection to the land and water. The name reflects this relationship and pays tribute to their way of life, which was closely tied to the natural environment of the Chesapeake Bay. Artifacts from the Choptank tribe have been found in Oxford, Maryland.</div>
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<div>Educational Value: The name can serve as a conversation starter, encouraging guests to learn more about the Choptank tribe and the broader history of Native Americans in the Chesapeake Bay area. This can foster greater appreciation and respect for the region&rsquo;s indigenous heritage.</div>
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<h2><strong>Pentaquod's Cedar</strong></h2>
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<div>In front of Michener's Choptank Cottage Hideway you will find both Pentaquod's Cedar and Oyster Bay Nook.<br /><br />Pentaquod's Cedar: Named after the Susquehannock Indian character who seeks peace and settles with the Choptank tribe. This name honors the indigenous heritage and Michener's storytelling. The significance of cedar trees in Native American culture reflects their symbolism of healing, purification, and protection.</div>
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<h2>Oyster Bay Nook</h2>
Oyster Bay Nook is a charming and fitting name for the original and historic Triple Privy to Sandaway, paying homage to James Michener's Chesapeake. The space currently serves as a garden shed for Sandaway. In James Michener's novel Chesapeake, Oyster Bay is a fictional location that represents the rich oyster harvesting grounds of the Chesapeake Bay area. It's one of the many settings where the lives of the characters, particularly the Turlock family, intersect with the natural resources and maritime culture of the bay. The bay serves as a backdrop for the historical and ecological themes explored in the novel.&nbsp;In the Fall at Sandaway Suites &amp; Beach, hotel guests can watch oysters being harvested by local watermen. Michener's Beach Cottage Cabana offers an awesome view.</div>
<div><br />Naming each door on Oyster Bay Nook after prominent families from the novel adds an extra layer of character and storytelling to the space.&nbsp;</div>
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<div><strong>Steed Door:</strong> For the Steed family, representing their landowning legacy.</div>
<div><br /><strong>Turlock Door:</strong> For the Turlock family, celebrating their life as watermen.</div>
<div><br /><strong>Paxmore Door:</strong> For the Paxmore family, highlighting their Quaker values and abolitionist stance.</div>
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<div><br />This setup together with the 2 cottages, not only honors the novel but also adds a unique historical and literary touch to Sandaway's property. Sandaway not only honor's James Michener and his novel <em>Chesapeake</em> but also pay homage to the Native American history integral to the story and the region. We invite you to book the Chesapeake Suite - Michener's Cottages at Sandaway and have the ultimate Chesapeake Bay Getaway!
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Chesapeake Suite - Michener's Cottages at Sandaway

The Chesapeake Suite at Michener's Cottages in Oxford, Maryland, offers a unique getaway that honors renowned author James Michener and his novel "Chesapeake." This suite comprised of two unique cottages celebrates the rich history and cultural heritage of the Chesapeake Bay area, including its Native American roots, highlighted by the names of the cottages like Michener's Beach Cottage Cabana and Choptank Cottage Hideaway. Guests can enjoy picturesque views and explore the natural beauty surrounding the area, which plays a significant role in Michener's storytelling. With a focus on literary tribute and local culture, a stay here promises a delightful mix of relaxation and education about the Chesapeake's vibrant past.

Chesapeake Suite - Michener's Cottages at Sandaway - the ultimate Chesapeake Bay Getaway