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Florida: Past and present / together with notes from Sunland, on the Manatee River, Gulf Coast of South Florida: its climate, soil, and productions

By Samuel C. Upham
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A blend of local history, personal memoir, and practical agricultural guidance, the work traces early European exploration and settlement of the Gulf Coast of South Florida, conflicts with indigenous peoples and subsequent military campaigns, territorial transfer and political changes, and the antebellum, wartime, and reconstruction eras. Interwoven are pioneer anecdotes, homestead and legal disputes, and descriptions of settlements along the Manatee River, together with observations on climate, soil, and cultivation—detailing citrus, pineapple, date, guava, cassava, and early experiments with coffee—offered to inform prospective settlers and readers curious about the region's natural resources and everyday life.

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Samuel C. Upham

Samuel C. Upham was an American author known for his work on the state of Florida, particularly in the 19th century. His notable book, "Florida: Past and Present," provides a detailed account of the region's climate, soil, and agricultural productions, along with personal observations from his experiences in Sunland on the Manatee River. Upham's writings contribute to the understanding of Florida's development and its natural environment during a transformative period in American history.

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