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This book provides a rich analysis of Dauphine Island's place in America's maritime history. From the 17th century, the island played a critical role as a key port servicing the Gulf Coast. Within the broader context of the country's growth, the author takes us back to the 1930s when the island's fortunes began to decline, revealing the impact of the shipping industry on Gulf Coast communities. Through first-hand accounts of the island's inhabitants, vivid descriptions of the island's landscape, its flora, and fauna, the book uncovers the pivotal role of local culture and economy in the face of the island's changing fortunes. Exploring the effects of tourism, the author highlights parallels with other coastal communities and underscores the need to balance economic growth with preservation. By combining historical research with evocative storytelling, the book offers a profound perspective on the forces shaping coastal America and will resonate with anyone drawn to coastal culture, history, and environmental issues.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a rich analysis of Dauphine Island's place in America's maritime history. From the 17th century, the island played a critical role as a key port servicing the Gulf Coast. Within the broader context of the country's growth, the author takes us back to the 1930s when the island's fortunes began to decline, revealing the impact of the shipping industry on Gulf Coast communities. Through first-hand accounts of the island's inhabitants, vivid descriptions of the island's landscape, its flora, and fauna, the book uncovers the pivotal role of local culture and economy in the face of the island's changing fortunes. Exploring the effects of tourism, the author highlights parallels with other coastal communities and underscores the need to balance economic growth with preservation. By combining historical research with evocative storytelling, the book offers a profound perspective on the forces shaping coastal America and will resonate with anyone drawn to coastal culture, history, and environmental issues. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243009817_0
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