By the time the City of Miami was born in 1896; Coconut Grove was already a well-defined community with a variety of interesting residents who liked what they found and were willing to fight to keep it that way. Images of America: Coconut Grove tells their story; from the native people who called it home to the Bahamians and sophisticated settlers who together shaped its special character. Despite hurricanes; booms; busts; and those who would change it; Coconut Grove remains uniquely itself.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A well written account of Big Island history.By AZ ScholarI have read a lot of books on the history of Hawaii but none that focused exclusively on the Big Island. I enjoyed reading about the evolution of the island people and eventually the economy. It was written in plain everyday English which made it more enjoyable to read than a lot of the historical books Ive read.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Great Reference BookBy KamuelaIm a writer. I write about Hawaii. This is an excellent. unbiased history of the Big Island and one of my favorite references. I like it so well I bought a hard copy. It isnt exactly a quick read. but its accurate. thorough. detailed. and all the other stuff a non-fiction history should be.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Amazing and Wonderful History of the Big Island of HawaiiBy J. C.I read this book before going on a vacation to Hawaii. I was so happy to know all the history as I toured around the Big Island. It really makes me appreciate the people who came to Hawaii. all they went through. their hardships and their triumphs. There are sad parts and there are funny parts. I found it very interesting. I highly recommend this book before you go to Hawaii! Youll be glad you read it.
