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Hidden History of Sarasota

overview from a one-horse farming town to the thriving winter residence of the ringling brothers circus and flocks of snowbirds. sarasota has more than its fair share of unusual stories and intriguing individuals. learn about the illustrious john r
SKU: 9781596296718

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Jeff Lahurd
History Press
April 2009
English
Paperback
9781596296718

Overview

From a one-horse farming town to the thriving winter residence of the Ringling Brothers Circus and flocks of snowbirds.

Sarasota has more than its fair share of unusual stories and intriguing individuals. Learn about the illustrious John Ringling, from the details of his daily breakfast to the fifty-five year saga that determined his final resting place. Find out the real identity of A NO. 1, the King of Hobos, who spent a night in Sarasota's finest hotel. Witness the most memorable wedding in Sarasota- between two gorillas. Join longtime resident and historian Jeff LaHurd as he chronicles the fascinating, forgotten stories that made Sarasota the exceptional city it is today.

About the Author

Jeff LaHurd is the author of several books of local history. His articles have appeared in the Sarasota Herald-Tribune, Style Magazine, The Sarasota Observer, SARASOTA Magazine, SRQ, and The Downtowner. LaHurd is a former board member of the Sarasota Alliance for Historic Preservation and the Sarasota Historical Society.
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