{"product_id":"hidden-history-of-orange-county-california-hardcover-1","title":"Hidden History of Orange County, California - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eChris Epting\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA buffalo ranch, banana stand wars, and the world's largest surfboard. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince its founding in 1889, Orange County has captured the world's attention with its iconic attractions, stunning beaches, and vibrant communities. Dig a little deeper, and you'll find a treasure trove of hidden gems. From lion safaris and an alligator farm to roaming buffalo, the theme parks of Orange County once offered a wide variety of thrills before fading into obscurity. The county is also the site of one of the most infamous UFO sightings in history, documented by Rex Heflin's Polaroid camera in 1965. A plethora of famous rock stars, athletes, and actors have left their mark, though many of their local haunts have long since disappeared. Social justice movements and dramatic showdowns are woven into the tapestry of the county's history alongside tales of aviation, agriculture, and the innovative businesses that took root here.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoin author and historian Chris Epting as he shines a light on offbeat and exotic tales of the O.C. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChris Epting is a prolific author with more than fifty published books to his name, delving into local history and uncovering lesser-known stories that enrich our understanding of the past. His extensive writing on Orange County highlights his passion for this unique region, with notable works such as \u003cem\u003eThe Bolsa Chica Gun Club\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eVanishing Orange County\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eThe Baseball History of Orange County\u003c\/em\u003e, among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 208\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 x 9.1 x 6.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 16, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48707210477817,"sku":"9781540299284","price":37.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2782\/3097\/files\/fU00IPfvtJ9781540299284_0560050f-2852-4933-91fd-f6d9d38c6354.webp?v=1784891562","url":"https:\/\/bookscloud.io\/products\/hidden-history-of-orange-county-california-hardcover-1","provider":"BooksCloud Book Dropshipping","version":"1.0","type":"link"}