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Book Cumberland Island

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  • Author : Patricia Barefoot
  • Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
  • Release : 2004-06-09
  • ISBN : 1439612676
  • Pages : 132 pages

Download or read book Cumberland Island written by Patricia Barefoot and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2004-06-09 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rich in history, wildlife, and beautiful coastal landscapes, Georgia's Cumberland Island attracts many an island tourist and nature lover. The island's well-preserved marshes, tidal creeks, and dune fields provide this hidden oasis with a rare natural charm. The area is also home to a wide variety of animal species, including loggerhead turtles, bob cats, manatees, and alligators, just to name a few. Though Cumberland is best known for being the nation's largest wilderness island, its history-dating back to the 16th century-also includes a period of use as a mission by the Franciscans. Among its historic sites are the magnificent ruins of Dungeness, the house built by the Carnegie family during the latter part of the 19th century, as well as the romantic Greyfield Inn. This pictorial history of Cumberland Island illustrates the people, places, and events that have shaped the area's cultural and natural history. The island's rare solitude and beauty, which have resulted from conservation and preservation efforts in the area, are captured in this carefully detailed book for all lovers of nature and history to enjoy. Though the island permits only very limited human traffic, these images allow the reader to appreciate the Cumberland landscape-laced with wild animals, pirate coves, English forts, and an African-American "settlement"-from afar.

Book Cumberland Island

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  • Author : Mary R. Bullard
  • Publisher : University of Georgia Press
  • Release : 2005-01-01
  • ISBN : 9780820327419
  • Pages : 492 pages

Download or read book Cumberland Island written by Mary R. Bullard and published by University of Georgia Press. This book was released on 2005-01-01 with total page 492 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cumberland Island is a national treasure. The largest of the Sea Islands along the Georgia coast, it is a history-filled place of astounding natural beauty. With a thoroughness unmatched by any previous account, Cumberland Island: A History chronicles five centuries of change to the landscape and its people from the days of the first Native Americans through the late-twentieth-century struggles between developers and conservationists. Author Mary Bullard, widely regarded as the person most knowledgeable about Cumberland Island, is a descendant of the Carnegie family, Cumberland's last owners before it was acquired by the federal government in 1972 and designated a National Seashore. Bullard's discussion of the Carnegie era on Cumberland is notable for its intimate glimpse into how the family's feelings toward the island bore upon Cumberland's destiny. Bullard draws on more than twenty years of research and travels about the island to describe how water, wind, and the cycles of nature continue to shape it and also how humans have imprinted themselves on the face of Cumberland across time--from the Timuca, Guale, and Mocamo Indians to the subsequent appearances of Spanish, French, African, British, and American inhabitants. The result is an engaging narrative in which discussions about tidal marshes, sea turtles, and wild horses are mixed with accounts of how the island functioned as a center for indigo, rice, cotton, fishing, and timber. Even frequent visitors and former residents will learn something new from Bullard's account of Cumberland Island.

Book Cumberland Island National Seashore

Download or read book Cumberland Island National Seashore written by and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Cumberland Island National Seashore

Download or read book Cumberland Island National Seashore written by Lary M. Dilsaver and published by University of Virginia Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dilsaver, Professor of Geography at the University of South Alabama, is the author or editor of several books about national parkland and natural history, including America's National Parks. Published in association with the Center for American PlacesTag: The controversial history of how a vacation island for the wealthy became a national seashore, and how that designation is threatened today

Book Cumberland Island National Seashore

Download or read book Cumberland Island National Seashore written by United States. Congress. Senate. Interior and Insular Affairs and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Plum Orchard

Download or read book Plum Orchard written by Sarah Olson and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Proposed Cumberland Island National Seashore

Download or read book Proposed Cumberland Island National Seashore written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Proposed Cumberland Island National Seashore

Download or read book Proposed Cumberland Island National Seashore written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs. Subcommittee on National Parks and Recreation and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Proceedings

Download or read book Proceedings written by and published by . This book was released on 1987 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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  • Publisher : Youguide International BV
  • Release :
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 152 pages

Download or read book written by and published by Youguide International BV. This book was released on with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Establishing the Cumberland Island National Seashore in the State of Georgia

Download or read book Establishing the Cumberland Island National Seashore in the State of Georgia written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 14 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Moon Georgia

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  • Author : Jim Morekis
  • Publisher : Moon Travel
  • Release : 2018-02-20
  • ISBN : 1631216562
  • Pages : 515 pages

Download or read book Moon Georgia written by Jim Morekis and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2018-02-20 with total page 515 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover Georgia with Moon Travel Guides! From sleepy small towns and buzzing cities, to misty mountains and tranquil islands, explore the Peach State with Moon Georgia. Inside you'll find: Flexible itineraries that can be adapted for your budget and timeline, whether you're taking a weekend getaway to Atlanta or Savannah, or spending two weeks exploring the whole state Strategic advice designed for history buffs, foodies, outdoor adventurers, music lovers, and more Unique activities and can't-miss highlights: Meander through verdant squares and charming streets in historic Savannah, or hop between galleries, museums, and shops in downtown Atlanta. Hike past waterfalls on the Appalachian Trail, go whitewater rafting on the Chatooga River, or breath the salty air of the secluded Golden Isles. Get to know Georgia's literary roots, visit the First African Baptist Church and the birthplace of Martin Luther King Jr., or see monuments to the state's Civil War battlefields. Catch a live show celebrating Georgia's musical legacies, and sample the best of Southern food, from pulled pork to fried okra Honest insight from Savannah local Jim Morekis on where to eat, where to stay, and how to get around Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout Handy tips for seniors, international visitors, travelers with disabilities, and more Background information on Georgia's history, culture, landscape, and wildlife Full coverage of Atlanta, North Georgia, Middle and South Georgia, Savannah, and the Golden Isles With Moon Georgia's local perspective, myriad activities, and expert know-how, you can plan your trip your way. Exploring the cities of the South? Try out Moon Charleston & Savannah or Moon Atlanta. Need a breath of fresh air? Check out Moon Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Book The Wild Horse Dilemma

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  • Author : Bonnie U. Gruenberg
  • Publisher : Synclitic Media LLC
  • Release : 2016-04-16
  • ISBN : 1941700276
  • Pages : 597 pages

Download or read book The Wild Horse Dilemma written by Bonnie U. Gruenberg and published by Synclitic Media LLC. This book was released on 2016-04-16 with total page 597 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tirades and threats. Hyperbole and deception. Changing landscapes and immutable opinions. Living traditions and dead animals. The conflicts that rage around the wild horses of the Atlantic coast can be loud, confusing, and downright vicious. Wild horses have lived on these barrier islands for hundreds of years, and many people would like to see them remain. Horse advocates and horse detractors alike turn to research to support their claims, but often reach different conclusions from the same information. Engaging the reader at every turn of the page, Bonnie Gruenberg frequently breaks new ground as she separates fact from myth and exposes the roots of issues for the reader to consider. She does not flinch from probing questions: Are these horses wild or feral? Native or exotic? Were Chincoteague Ponies used in bioweapons research? Did the U.S. Coast Guard patrol East Coast beaches with Western mustangs in WWII? How does the condition of lactating mares predict environmental health? She weaves a story of ancient origins and current events, hard science and fiery passion. The result is the most comprehensive and factual reference on the wild horses of the Atlantic coast.