Florida, Past and Present: Together With Notes From Sunland, on the Manatee River, Gulf Coast of South Florida; Its Climate, Soil, and Productions (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Samuel C. Upham

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265379024 ISBN 13: 9780265379028

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore Florida’s full story—from its early discoveries to its thriving, sun‑drenched coast. Discover how climate, soil, and growing power shape a region with big possibilities.

This edition blends a rich historical account with practical notes from Sunland on the Manatee River and the Gulf Coast of South Florida. You’ll read about the state’s early explorers, its encounters with indigenous peoples and colonial powers, and the forces that helped shape its growth. Alongside this history, the book offers observations on climate, soil, and the agricultural potential that once drew farmers and investors to the region.

• A concise history of Florida’s discovery, exploration, and settlement, tied to its climate and geography
• Practical notes on early farming, citrus and vegetable crops, and the rise of local plantations
• Descriptions of Manatee River area life, communities, and notable places like Braidentown and Palmetto
• Period meteorological observations and seasonal weather patterns relevant to farming and settlement

Ideal for readers of regional history, Florida lore, and the story of how climate and soil shaped a growing frontier.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265379024
• ISBN 13: 9780265379028
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 117