Illustrated History of Palm Beach - How Palm Beach Evolved Over 150 Years From Wilderness to Wonderland

An Illustrated History of Palm Beach is a nostalgic journey through the history of the town of Palm Beach as told through the photographic collection of the Historical Society of Palm Beach County. From an early pioneer community, Palm Beach evolved over the past 150 years into today's sophisticated resort, starting with the grand hotels of Henry Flagler, the Royal Poinciana and The Breakers, and elegant mansions of the Gilded Age. An Illustrated History of Palm Beach is a primary source look into the development of one of America's most prosperous and enchanting communities.

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With Russell Kelley - By The Historical Society of Palm Beach County

Product details

• Authors: the Historical Society of Palm Beach County, The Historical Society of Palm Beach Cou, The Historical Society of Palm Beach County
• Publisher: Rowman and Littlefield
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 31.10.2020
• EAN: 9781683340652
• ISBN: 978-1-68334-065-2
• No. of pages: 184
• Subjects: Non-fiction book > History > Miscellaneous; History - U.S., USA Süden, South Atlantic States, HISTORY / United States / State & Local / South (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV)