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- Queen of the Okefenokee is the riveting true story of Lydia, a towering figure in Georgia’s Okefenokee Swamp, whose life was as wild as the land she ruled. Rising from humble beginnings, she built a vast business empire spanning 20,000 acres, thriving even through the Great Depression. Known for her fearless nature, scandalous affairs, and ruthless ambition, Lydia defied societal norms. Armed with a bullwhip and a Smith & Wesson, she navigated the murky waters of law and politics, allegedly bribing and even double-crossing the governor of Georgia.
- Blending history, folklore, and legend, this biography captures the dramatic history of the Okefenokee Swamp through the life of one of its most notorious and fascinating figures.
- 5 1/2 x 9 Hardcover 128 Pages
- ISBN: 9780960160631
