River of the Golden Ibis (Florida Sand Dollar Books) [Paperback]

Gloria Jahoda (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 432 pages
• Publisher: University Press of Florida; 1st edition (June 30, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0813017890
• ISBN-13: 978-0813017891
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #546,822 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Hillsborough River, June 16, 2008

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Wes "Truth Seeker" (Tampa) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: River of the Golden Ibis (Florida Sand Dollar Books) (Paperback)

As a child my parents lived in Temple Terrace on the banks of the Hillsborough River and the river was a huge part of my life. I had a boat and had friends up and down the river that also had boats. We fished, we went camping, we skied, and swam on a daily basis. However, what we enjoyed most was exploring the upper river. It was like stepping back in time.

I didn't even know this book existed until I began to do research for my own book project about the river. As a creationalist and a student of ancient American history I disagree with some of the authors assumptions but I loved the book and found her writing style very absorbing. I certainly learned a lot and it has further kindled my desire to continue my project.

The Hillsborough River played such a vital role is the development of Tampa and I highly recommend the book to anyone who has any kind of attachment to the river or has an interest in how Tampa came to be.

Wes Driggers
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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Jewel, September 16, 2002

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Dorothy Chance "Dorothy Chance" (Tampa, FL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: River of the Golden Ibis (Florida Sand Dollar Books) (Paperback)

This amazing book should stand as a model for historians, environmentalists and poets. The language is exquisite, the metaphors glimmering and the people are "real." A true joy to read and savor.

Having newly moved to Tampa, this book is the invitation I need to feel welcomed in an environment very different from the Tennessee I left. The significance of PLACE is celebrated.

5.0 out of 5 stars Golden Ibis, August 10, 2011

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This review is from: River of the Golden Ibis (Florida Sand Dollar Books) (Paperback)

Pretty good book mostly correct with a few areas that are general feelings but not really accurate. Still a good book and maintains your interest.