Bolivar Peninsula - Hardcover

Wallace, Dr Melanie

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1531678068 ISBN 13: 9781531678067

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Library Editions, 2015

Synopsis

The Bolivar Peninsula is a quirky coastal community consisting of Port Bolivar, Crystal Beach, Caplen, Gilchrist, and High Island. "The peninsula," as locals call it, is a 27-mile-long barrier formation. Bounded on one side by the Gulf of Mexico and on the other by the Intracoastal Waterway, it is a short ferry ride from Galveston, Texas. The history of the peninsula includes filibusterers, pirates, fierce natives, and headstrong settlers. A spirit of independence survives to this day, providing a continuation of the story of this unique landmass and its people. An unlikely conglomeration of cowboys and farmers, third- and fourth-generation landowners, retired executives and professors, fishermen, shrimpers, and birding enthusiasts comes together with weekenders and tourists to enjoy the beauty and bounty of the Gulf Coast. Its beautiful setting and wild, storied past make the Bolivar Peninsula a fascinating place to explore.

About this title

About the Author:

Dr. Melanie Wallace, a retired educator, is a lifelong visitor and current resident of the peninsula. This book was compiled through countless visits with folks whose ancestors settled the peninsula in the mid-1800s. Their shared photographs and stories, as well as their generosity, hospitality, and wonderful memories, made this book possible.

About this edition

• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Library Editions
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 1531678068
• ISBN 13: 9781531678067
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 130