Birkitts Books presents ... A Brief History of the Everglades City Area ISBN: 0971600635 Author: Mary A. Repko Publisher: ECity Publishing Release Date: 2005 Seller Category: Florida Qty Available: 1 Condition: Used: Very Good Sku: 231124015 Notes: Minor shelf wear, binding tight, pages clean and unmarked. In this second edition, there is a profusion of historical pictures to compliment the author's well-received text which describes the struggles of pioneers, Collier's building of the City and the Trail in the 1920's, the growth of Chokoloskee, and the farming and logging industries in the outlying towns of Ochopee, Copeland, and Jerome. The area still has a unique character in its rural setting and the book outlines the changes that have taken place within recent memory...from Hurricane Donna to Hurricane Wilma. Don't forget to check out other great deals in our Store!!