Bøger af Mary Jo O'Rear

Mary Jo O'Rear rounds out her coastal bend trilogy with a deep and engaging look at the prehistory and history of the Texas barrier islands. From the earliest human settlements to the twentieth century, O'Rear explores the complex interplay between people and economies struggling to survive in a region dominated by indifferent forces of nature.

On September 14, 1919, a massive hurricane struck the bay at Corpus Christi. The citizens of Corpus Christi, rather than being demoralized, however, were galvanized by the disaster. This book chronicles the efforts of the unified Corpus Christi - efforts that culminated in the dedication of the Port of Corpus Christi on September 14, 1926.

After a devastating hurricane in 1919, the people of Corpus Christi faced the stark reality of their vulnerability. It was clear that something had to be done, but the mere will to take precautionary measures did not necessarily lead the way. Mary Jo O'Rear, author of Storm over the Bay, returns to tell the story of a city's long and often frustrating path to protecting itself.