Step into a story filled with intrigue, conflict, and colorful characters in Palms, Priests, Pirates: The Epic History of Amelia Island, Florida (available on May 15, 2026).

From early Native American settlements to Spanish rule, pirate raids, Civil War turmoil, and yellow fever epidemics, this sweeping history uncovers the dramatic and often surprising past of this storied barrier island. Paired with stunning photography, the book offers a vivid, layered look at a place that played a remarkable role in shaping Florida—and the young United States.

If you enjoy history that reads like a page-turner, this is one you won’t want to miss.

Author website – Stephen Doster

Photographer website – Ben Galland

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