It Happened in Florida

It Happened In...

by E. Lynne Wright

It Happened in Florida

Genres: History, Nonfiction, Historical

160 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2002

Reviews

[Michelle · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is an interesting series of books that gives you insight into what events have happened in the state you are reading about. Some are fun facts, some outrageous, and some so disgusting that it makes you want to go back in time and cattle prod a few horrible people. Much of what I learned is new information that makes me want to visit the state. I've never been one who wanted to visit Florida (except for the Keys), but a few interesting tidbits have made me want to now.

[Holly Lindquist · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent selection of historical tales, with a refreshing emphasis on enterprising women of the state. I particularly enjoyed the bits on Marjory Stoneman Douglas (savior of the Everglades), the legendary Seminole leader Betty Mae Tiger, and the "tired housewife from Micanopy" who saved the Ockalawaha River.

[Josh Liller · Rating 3 out of 5]

Short, fast, easy read about some interesting people and events in Florida history. Some are pretty well known, some obscure. Decent non-fiction fluff.

[Michael · Rating 5 out of 5]

I picked this book up at the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse gift shop. It is a fun collection of stories about Florida’s past.

[Susan]

Very interesting!

[Frances · Rating 3 out of 5]

I picked up this book on vacation....a collection of historical stories from Florida. Quick read, mostly stuff I had heard already.

[Sheryl · Rating 5 out of 5]

So many interesting facts about Florida history. Loved it!

[Daulton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved the writing and how much I learned about important people from Florida. Every chapter was brief but drew me in and was enjoyable to learn.