An engaging historical narrative covering many significant events in the history of south Florida, Tropical Surge includes the major developments and setbacks in the early years of Miami and Key West, as well as an in-depth look at Henry Flagler's amazing Overseas Railway. This well-written history tells the story of the dramatic battle between human ambition and the reality of the West Indian hurricane. By 1935, at least, the hurricane had won. Includes gripping narratives of the 1919, 1926, and 1935 hurricanes in south ...
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An engaging historical narrative covering many significant events in the history of south Florida, Tropical Surge includes the major developments and setbacks in the early years of Miami and Key West, as well as an in-depth look at Henry Flagler's amazing Overseas Railway. This well-written history tells the story of the dramatic battle between human ambition and the reality of the West Indian hurricane. By 1935, at least, the hurricane had won. Includes gripping narratives of the 1919, 1926, and 1935 hurricanes in south Florida and the Keys.
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Near Fine in Near Fine jacket. Book 8vo 8"-9" tall; 351 pages; From d. J. : "This engaging history tells the story of the dramatic battle between human ambition and the reality of the West Indian hurricane in south Florida from 1831 to 1935. By 1935, at least, the hurricane had won. The 1935 Labor Bay Hurricane with its great tidal surge put an end to the Overseas Railway. It would take a long time for Miami and Key West to rise to their current status. " Very readable history. Selling books since 1992-we value your business so we describe each book and pack well! ISBN: 1561643300. ISBN/EAN: 9781561643301. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 7310.