St. Simons Island: A Summary of Its History

South of Savannah, along the picturesque and historic coastline of Georgia, lies a group of barrier islands known as the Golden Isles. This collection of coastal Sea Islands has attracted people Native Americans, European settlers and vacationing sun-seekers throughout history, for the islands bountiful resources and appealing climate. Perhaps the brightest jewel of these islands is St. Simons Island. The History Press is proud to release St. Simons Island: A Summary of its History, by local resident and historian Reverend Edwin Green. Green has compiled an informative volume, which highlights the unique and developing history of one of Georgia s most popular Sea Islands.

With a keen eye for detail, Green has illuminated over 300 years of history on St. Simons Island. Beginning with an examination of the Native American inhabitants and their early interaction with European settlers, through to the early colonial period, Reverend Edwin Green presents a balanced interpretation of St. Simons Island s history. Continuing through the antebellum period and into the early twentieth century, Green introduces the reader to the people and events that have shaped this unique Georgia island. This straightforward and insightful volume will appeal to residents, visitors and day-trippers alike as a concise history of one of the most beautiful of the Sea Islands.