The Past Remembered captures the deeply localized pioneer history of Vashon and Maury, twin landmasses joined by a narrow isthmus and entirely surrounded by the deep marine waters of Washington’s central Puget Sound. The compiled oral histories and community accounts document the immense physical labor required to clear dense island timberlands, gradually transforming the secluded, bluff-ringed topography into highly productive agricultural valleys and berry farms. Because the islands lacked any bridge connection to the rapidly growing Seattle mainland, the narratives strongly emphasize a profound geographic isolation that forced early residents to rely entirely on Mosquito Fleet steamers to navigate the region's turbulent tidal currents. Ultimately, this grassroots collection anchors personal memories to specific ferry landings and historic coastal homesteads, illustrating how this rugged, water-bound landscape inherently forged a deeply self-reliant Pacific Northwest island community.

Biographies, Manners and customs, Vashon (Wash.) Biography, Vashon (Wash.) Social life and customs, Washington (State) Vashon

Limited edition of 500 copiesIncludes index

Limited edition of 500 copiesIncludes index