Sanybel Light is a fact-filled, historical autobiography written by longtime Sanibel Islander Charles LeBuff. An authoritative book about two of Floridas special barrier islands, Sanybel Light chronicles an earlier cherished lifestyle on Sanibel and Captiva islands. This book is written by someone who actually lived what he writes about, an islander who intimately knows Sanibel Island. This comprehensive book is about the creation and operation of the Sanibel Island Light Station, establishment and management of the J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, and the birth of the City of Sanibelplus a host of other subjects. You will share the authors intimate knowledge, experiences, and his thoughts about the islands ecology, wildlifeespecially alligators, sea turtles, and manateesmosquitoes, water supply, red tides, the Sanibel River, potential dangers, horrific hurricanes, the invasion of exotic pest plants, and the duties of a lighthouse keeper. Come join the author, who was one of Sanibels founding fathers. He helped to save the island from rampant development and high-rises. Travel back to those thrilling days of yesteryear and appreciate what it was like to live on these barrier islands B. C.Before the Causeway. Discover the real Sanibel and Captiva, and learn about these jewels from an expert.