For more
than a century the name Bailey has been synonymous with Sanibel Island. The
first Bailey (Frank) arrived in 1894 at the ages of 21. His son Francis has
spent almost all of his 92 years on the island and has been an integral part of
the many changes that have taken place over the years. He has also been a
guardian of the initial charm of the island, helping preserve its natural
beauty and the spirit that sets it apart from anywhere else.
Now,
Francis Bailey has written My 92 Years on
Sanibel, a book that is a fascinating history of a unique barrier island.
His story takes Sanibel from a small, isolated farming community to a
sought-after resort destination – from a place without electricity or
telephones to a modern town that draws people from all over the world. During
all these years, the Bailey family has been instrumental in guiding those
changes while preserving the simple, unpretentious love of nature and lifestyle
that defines Sanibel.
This book
is the compelling story of a man, his family and his island. It is written “as
told to Emilie Alfino,” an experienced writer and editor, formerly a reporter
for the various Sanibel newspapers. Today, she is the manager of the Sanibel
Historical Museum and Village, one of several island locations where the book
will be sold.
Bailey
will launch the release of his book at Bailey’s General Store, at the corner of
Periwinkle Way and Tarpon Bay Road, at a date to be announced in the near
future.
Island Sun
(May 17, 2013)
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