A Florida Sketch-Book

A Florida Sketch-Book Review

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Florida Icons: Fifty Classic Views of the Sunshine State

Florida Icons: Fifty Classic Views of the Sunshine State Review

ICONS

Beautifully illustrated, timeless celebrations of the spirit of place

 

What makes Florida, Florida? Glacier National Park, Glacier National Park? Through beautiful color photographs and short, evocative essays, learn the stories behind fifty of the best-known and beloved iconic places, foods, inventions, buildings, and traditions that reflect the personality of these special places.=

The Man Who Invented Florida (Dead Letter Mysteries)

The Man Who Invented Florida (Dead Letter Mysteries) Review

When solitary marine biologist Doc Ford focused his telescope on the woman in the white boat, he didn't know his life was about to be capsized: that his conniving uncle Tucker Gatrell would discover the Fountain of Youth, that The National Enquirer would write about it, and that the law would beat down his door in search of three missing men.

But Doc Ford is about to find these things out-- the hard way. Because in the shadowy world of Southwest Florida, where gators yawn, cattle craze, and Indian bones are buried, mysteries great and small have found the man to solve them...

A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557

A Narrative of the expedition of Hernando de Soto into Florida published at Evora in 1557 Review

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Florida History (State Studies: Florida)

Florida History (State Studies: Florida) Review

How did Henry Flagler help in Florida's development? What happened when European explorers arrived in Florida? How did air conditioning and insect spray change life in Florida? You can find the answers to these in this book, which contains all kinds of fascinating, historical facts that tell the story of the state of Florida. Inside, you will find information about the first people of Florida and the explorers and settlers who came later. You will learn about Florida's role in the Civil War and the Spanish-American War. And, you'll find out why Florida was and is called the Sunshine State. Inside you'll find: maps that help you find your way around Florida, photographs that let you see what you are reading about, a glossary, index, and list of more books to read to help you find what you're looking for and better understand it.

Best Backroads of Florida: The Heartland, Vol. 1

Best Backroads of Florida: The Heartland, Vol. 1 Review

Travel central Florida through miles of horse farms, explore crystalline springs. Start in DeBary and travel through Longwood, Clermont, Dade City, Brooksville, Dunnellon, Eustis, Ocala, Gainesville, Palatka, and Sanford. Winner of the Horgan Award from the Florida Historical Society.

Backroads of Florida: Your Guide to Great Day Trips & Weekend Getaways

Backroads of Florida: Your Guide to Great Day Trips & Weekend Getaways Review

Away from the bustle of Miami Beach and the tourist extravaganza of Disney World, another Florida beckons to those looking for backroads adventure, quieter fare, or more discriminating fun. This is the Florida where backroads and secret splendors unfold in a landscape rich in the flavors and colors of ancient indigenous cultures, early European settlements, Civil War battles, and myriad Caribbean influences. Authors Paul Franklin and Nancy Mikula take you to every corner of the Sunshine State, from the Panhandle to the Florida Keys, with journeys along miles of spectacular coastline and forays into the wonders of lush interior forests, pristine lakes, and otherworldly swamplands.

 

Florida is home to nearly a dozen national parks, forests, and seashores, and Backroads of Florida explores these attractions and many more, illustrated with breathtaking color photographs throughout. The book presents the background history and culture for Florida’s varied natural and human communities along with descriptions of the best destinations and sites to visit during your travels.

Florida Real Estate Broker Exam High-Score Kit

Florida Real Estate Broker Exam High-Score Kit Review

The Real Estate Exam High Score Kit is written material to be used during the last week or two prior to your real estate exam during the home stretch of your preparation. At this stage you want to study the most recent and accurate questions available!

Included in the Kit are over 2,100 of the most recent and accurate exam-style questions gathered from recent exam takers.

In addition to the questions and answers, the Kit also contains over 80 tips on how to pass your exam. These tips focus on what you can expect on the exam: the mechanics of taking the exam, trick questions you may encounter, and topics which come up over and over again on different exams.

Also, there is an extensive glossary with complete definitions of 700 words and phrases you need to know for the exam.

There are a large number of math questions in the book, with complete step-by-step answers showing short-cuts saving many valuable exam minutes.

This book is prepared under the direction of Michael Lustig, former Instructor at the University of California, California State Universities and Colleges, and California Community Colleges, and licensed real estate broker.

The Florida Connection

The Florida Connection Review

For brothers Jordan, 20, and Luke, 18, their father is a key part of their lives ever since their mother died in a tragic car accident. And so, when he fails to arrive back after a trip, the pair drives to Washington DC to investigate.

What they find propels them to get on the first flight to Florida. Arriving, they get caught up in Hurricane Adam as it hits the coastline. Now they have to find their father and battle nature’s fury.

Follow the brothers as they battle in the wild and inhospitable Everglades, get shot at, kidnapped, chased and more! Read with bated breath as they travel to an isolated island in an effort to rescue their father only to realize that they will need the help of the US Army to defeat the crooks.

This rip roaring young adult novel, at roughly 60,000 words, is filled with mystery, intrigue, adventure, and plenty of action.

S Is For Sunshine: A Florida Alphabet Edition 1. (Discover America State By State. Alphabet Series)

S Is For Sunshine: A Florida Alphabet Edition 1. (Discover America State By State. Alphabet Series) Review

Florida, where "B is for Beaches, P is for Pirates, and V is for Vacationers" comes to life with playful, vivid illustrations by award-winning artist Michael Monroe and a shell full of fun facts and poems from lifelong educator Carol Crane. "E" stands for Everglade, a grassy river that runs all the way to the ocean. Florida's Everglades is the largest remaining subtropical wilderness in the United States. And "J" stands for Juan Ponce de Leon the Spanish explorer who discovered Florida while searching for gold and the Fountain of Youth. Test your knowledge of this colorful state with "S is for Sunshine."

Best Florida Trips (Regional Travel Guide)

Best Florida Trips (Regional Travel Guide) Review

‘Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other’. New York Times8 of Florida’s Best TripsWhether you’re a local looking for a long weekend escape, or a visitor looking to explore, Lonely Planet’s Trips series offers the best itineraries – and makes it easy to plan the perfect trip time and again.Everyone knows road-tripping is the ultimate way to experience the USA. You can drive up, down, across, around or straight through every state on the continental map. We’re here to help you narrow down the options. Whether you’re on a quest for that perfect Pacific Northwest microbrewery pint, fresh lobster right off the boat in Maine or the coolest classic all-night diners in New Jersey, we’ve got you covered. Our authors drove, paddled, walked, cycled, rode the rails and hopped buses all across the country to bring you their 99 favorite trips across the US.This eBook-only offering is an excerpt of Lonely Planet’s USA’s Best Trips, which includes 99 themed itineraries across America. The 8 trips chosen for this eBook include:• 48 Hours in Miami• Cruisin’ Florida’s East Coast• Doing Disney & More• Overseas Highway to Key West• Go Wild in the Everglades• High Life Down on the Gulf Coast• Freaky Florida• North Florida Backwaters & BywaysFeatures• Easy-to-use maps for every trip, plus driving times and directions• Theme icons make finding the perfect trip simple – no matter what your interest• Local experts share their favorite trip ideasLonely Planet’s USA’s Best Trips is written and researched by Sara Benson, Amy Balfour, Alison Bing, Becca Blond, Jennifer Denniston, Lisa Dunford, Alex Leviton, David Ozanich, Danny Palmerlee, Brandon Presser and Karla Zimmerman. Check out Lonely Planet’s other eBook guides including USA’s Best Trips, 48 Hours in Miami, Best Florida Trips, Florida, Miami & the Keys and more.

Filing for Bankruptcy in Florida Made Simple

Filing for Bankruptcy in Florida Made Simple Review

Don't file for bankruptcy in Florida without reading this simple and inexpensive guide.

Bankruptcy can solve many financial problems- but not everything. Whether or not you are getting a lawyer to help you, you need to know what you are doing in your bankruptcy case so you don’t get burned.

Far too often, people file for bankruptcy unaware of what may happen and how bankruptcy will affect their debts and assets. After reading this easy-to-understand yet authoritative guide, you can decide whether filing for bankruptcy in Florida is right for you.

You will learn the basics of what happens in bankruptcy and what you need to do, including:

• What to think about when considering filing for bankruptcy.
• Where to file your bankruptcy case.
• How much it will cost to file.
• What documents and information you need to file.
• What property you can keep.
• What will happen to your house and/or car.

Bankruptcy provides great benefits but it has downsides as well. The only way to know whether bankruptcy is right for you is to understand what bankruptcy can and cannot do for you in your unique circumstances.

By reading this guide, you will not only save yourself hours and hours of stress and agony wondering about whether bankruptcy can help you. And, what you learn could save you hundreds, or more likely, thousands of dollars. Best of all, this guide costs roughly what you’d pay for a large cup of coffee.

The thought of filing a personal bankruptcy case may make you cringe, but it shouldn’t. You should look at it as you would any major financial decision, such as buying a house, buying a car, or taking a vacation. You should consider how a filing may affect your life, how not filing may affect your life and decide which results are better for you. The only way to do this in Florida is to know the true consequences before you file.

Written by, Ted Connolly, a nationally-known and respected bankruptcy attorney who has appeared on national television, including FOX Business News, and in national publications, including USA Today, US News and World Report, and The Christian Science Monitor. He also co-authored the highly acclaimed Road Out of Debt: Bankruptcy and Other Solutions to Your Financial Problems, with Joan N. Feeney, a bankruptcy judge on the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Massachusetts.

Tales of Old Florida

Tales of Old Florida Review

When Florida was a wilderness, only the brave chanced the swamps, alligators, hurricanes and the lush, tropical forest - an amazing contrast to the vacation paradise of today.

Florida Move Guide

Florida Move Guide Review

Florida Move Guide, The Unofficial Moving To Florida Warning, Decision and Help Guide

A popular saying by Florida promoters is that over a 1000 people a day move there. What you won't hear them say is that over a 1000 people a day pack up and move out of the Sunshine State every day too That's supposed to be a secret. The author of this book has sold hundreds of homes for people that wanted to move out of the state. He noticed that most sellers had very similar complaints about living there and the reasons why they had to get out. They also explained how disruptive and expensive moving there and moving out was but they disliked Florida so much they just had to do it.
Of course this doesn't happen to everyone. There are many that love it and stay long term. That is covered in the book too because many of them have the same things in common that you should also know about. The book explains both the positives and negatives of becoming a Florida Resident. It also offers many practical tips and explains the different Florida Lifestyle options. Should you move to a home or condo? Pool or not?
Learn helpful information on buying a home or condo in Florida and how to avoid making expensive but common new resident mistakes. Will moving to Florida be the best move of your life or an expensive disaster? Find out before you commit to a life altering move.

About the Author
Ron Stack has lived and traveled in Florida for 14 years as a full time resident. He first worked as a real estate agent and Realtor and became a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker in 2001. He formed and ran his own corporation that specialized in selling residential new construction and existing homes and condos.

Reef Creature Identification: Florida, Caribbean, Bahamas

Reef Creature Identification: Florida, Caribbean, Bahamas Review

Reef Creature Identification: Florida, Caribbean, Bahamas Feature

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The book that has been relied on for a decade to identify the weird and wonderful crabs, lobsters, shrimps, jellies, sponges, tunicates and mollusks that inhabit the reefs is now 30 percent larger! This 2nd edition includes 220 new photos of beautiful shells, outrageously camouflaged crabs, a superb collection of exquisite nudibranchs and the most outrageous octopus ever discovered in the Caribbean! The scientifically updated text, illustrated with over 660 fascinating photos, is the most comprehensive and beautiful visual ID reference published for marine invertebrates of the Florida Caribbean and Bahamas region.