It Happened In Florida: Stories of Events and People That Shaped Sunshine State History [Paperback]

From Ponce de Leon's discovery of the “Land of Flowers” in 1513 to the suspense of the 2000 presidential election,It Happened in Floridatakes readers on a behind-the-scenes tour of thirty of the most compelling episodes from the Sunshine State's vibrant past. This revised edition includes brand new glimpses into Florida history, a map, and a thorough index.E. Lynne Wrightis the author ofMore than Petticoats: Remarkable Florida Women(Globe Pequot Press). Her short stories, nonfiction articles, essays, and book reviews have appeared in newspapers and magazines across America. She lives in Vero Beach, Florida.