""The Lily and the Totem; or The Huguenots in Florida"" is a historical book written by C. W. Benedict. It is a series of sketches and pictures that provide a vivid and detailed account of the French colonization of North America during the 16th century. The book focuses on the colonies of Coligni, which were established in Florida between 1562 and 1570. The Huguenots, a group of French Protestants, were the main settlers in these colonies. The book describes their struggles, triumphs, and the challenges they faced in their attempt to establish a new home in a foreign land. The author's writing style is engaging and informative, and the book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of French colonization in North America. Overall, ""The Lily and the Totem"" is an excellent read for history buffs and anyone interested in the early history of the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.