Deland

by Maggi Smith Hall, Michael Justin Holder, West Volusia Historical Society

Book Overview

A fascinating history of Central Florida's DeLand, the Athens of Florida.

Nestled in Central Florida between the northerly flowing St. Johns River and the alluring beaches of the Atlantic Ocean, DeLand has been described as the Athens of Florida. Founded in 1882, DeLand has fought to maintain a small-town atmosphere even as development surrounds the tranquil city. Balancing a strong sense of community with a willingness to allow...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0738515752
• ISBN13: 9780738515755
• Release Date: October 2003
• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.2" x 9.3"