This vibrant book represents a 20-year project that includes detailed information about the area's origins, dramatic growth and challenges during pioneer and early boom days, the Great Depression, natural catastrophes, World War II, and the second half of the 20th Century. The work not only offers fascinating reading, but also a valuable reference for persons across the nation interested in West Palm Beach and Palm Beach.

 Mayor Nancy Graham referred to this book as "a remarkable retrospective of our evolving great city, written by an esteemed citizen and acclaimed author."

The considerable research for such historical detail is complemented by an impressive collection of photos.