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A Brief History of Vashon Island
Contributor(s): Haulman, Bruce (Author)

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ISBN: 1540208915     ISBN-13: 9781540208910
Publisher: History Press Library Editions
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Binding Type: Hardcover
Published: May 2016
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BISAC Categories:
- History | United States - State & Local - Pacific Northwest (or, Wa)
- Photography | Subjects & Themes - Historical
- History | United States - State & Local - General
Dewey: 979
Physical Information: 0.56" H x 6" W x 9" L (1.04 lbs) 226 pages
Themes:
- Geographic Orientation - Washington
- Cultural Region - Pacific Northwest
- Cultural Region - Western U.S.
 
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Publisher Description:
Reachable only by ferry, Vashon Island is a breathtaking rural retreat from the bustling activity of nearby Seattle and Tacoma. The island s first inhabitants, the sx bab, took advantage of its evergreen forests and rich marine resources. In 1792, George Vancouver was the first Anglo to discover the island and named it after Captain James Vashon. By the late 1800s, the first white settlers had established farms and greenhouses that supplied nearby cities with berries, tomatoes and cucumbers. Ferries drove development in the later half of the century, introducing new industries and tourism to the area. While both influenced by and isolated from the mainland, the island developed its own unique character treasured by locals. Merging human and natural history, author Bruce Haulman presents the rich heritage of this thriving community."

Contributor Bio(s): Haulman, Bruce: - Bruce Haulman lives on Vashon Island and is the director of the Vashon History Project (vashonhistory.com). He is also on the board of several local organizations including the Vashon-Maury Island Heritage Association (vashonheritage.org), the Friends of Mukai (friendsofmukai.org) and Voice of Vashon (voiceofvashon.org).
 
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