A Land Remembered

A Land Remembered by Patrick D. Smith is a powerful and unforgettable historical novel that traces the rise of the MacIvey family across three generations in the untamed Florida wilderness. Beginning in 1858, the story follows Tobias MacIvey as he struggles to survive alongside his wife and son in a harsh frontier filled with swamps, hurricanes, wild animals, and endless hardship. Over time, the family builds wealth and influence, eventually becoming successful landowners and real estate developers. Yet as Florida changes, later generations begin to question the cost of progress and the destruction of the natural world. Rich in history, emotion, and adventure, this bestselling novel captures the spirit of old Florida while exploring themes of family, survival, greed, and respect for nature. A beloved classic of Southern historical fiction and winner of the Florida Historical Society’s Tebeau Prize.

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