Dr. Michael Gannon recounts the longest history on record of any state in America in twenty-nine brisk chapters, all fully illustrated. Starting with the lush green wilderness of the ancient earth, he fills the landscape with Indians, colonialists, pioneers, entrepreneurs, politicians, and the 16 million citizens who make up the panorama of Florida today. This revised edition concludes with a look into the 21st century, including “in-migration,” conservation efforts, education, the work force, and the infamous 2000 election.