Florida

Florida Review

In this elegiac and luminous novel, which John Ashbery called "an amazing achievement" and Mary Gordon dubbed "a wholly original endeavor," Christine Schutt gives voice to the feast of memory, the mystery of the mad and missing, and the power of words.

Set in the Midwest, where Florida represents a faraway paradise, this novel tells the story of Alice Fivey. Fatherless since she was seven, Alice is left in the care of her relatives at the age of ten, when her mother, whose "toenails winked in the foil bed we knew for Florida," is institutionalized. Alice is moved from place to place, remaining still while others try to mold her into someone different from her mother. She consoles herself with books and becomes a storyteller herself as she moves into adulthood, ever further from the desolation of her mother's actions and closer to the meaning of her own experience.

Told in brief scenes of spare beauty, Florida is a graceful and gripping tale of family, forgiveness, and creation of the self.

Old Florida: Florida's Magnificent Homes, Gardens and Vintage Attractions

Old Florida: Florida's Magnificent Homes, Gardens and Vintage Attractions Review

Although today Florida is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, many of the architectural landmarks that reflect its colorful and diverse history remain unknown. An adventuresome group of pioneers were drawn to the uncharted and exotic landscape of late
nineteenth-century Florida, creating buildings of extraordinary imagination and beauty. Since then Florida has experienced a century of remarkable architecture, from the ornate Italian villa Vizcaya to the Venetian Pool of Coral Gables to the Art Deco hotels of South Beach to the the Ringling Museum house, called Cad'Zan.

This book is the first to capture the full range of styles, from the ornate, opulent, and spectacular, to the charming, country "Old Florida," which is now becoming so popular. Residents and tourists alike will appreciate both the renowned sites and a private glimpse of such amazing attractions as the orange-grove cottage where Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings wrote The Yearling and Thomas Edison's winter home, which has a fascinating laboratory.

Fort Myers and Sanibel, Florida (Travel The World With Alun Hill, MCIJ)

Fort Myers and Sanibel, Florida (Travel The World With Alun Hill, MCIJ) Review

Here is the complete Kindle guide to Fort Myers and Sanibel, Florida, USA, presented by international travel writer and broadcaster Alun Hill, MCIJ.

Everything you need for a perfect vacation is detailed for you - not only fun facts, but chapters on the "must see" local wildlife, the local attractions, a whole chapter on shell collecting (a "must do" here!), and full details of wedding venues along with some suggestions to make the special day totally perfect.

There are further chapters with dining suggestions, information on what to do with a family, details of fishing sites and local regulations, golf, spas and local sports aswell as art galleries, theatres and museums.

"The perfect handbook and guide to the local area for all visitors".

Florida (Eyewitness Travel Guides)

Florida (Eyewitness Travel Guides) Review

With its theme parks and fabulous beaches, The Sunshine State deserves its reputation as the perfect family vacation spot. But Florida offers much more to those who venture away from their beach towels. This is the perfect guide to exploring all that the state has to offer, including the extraordinary diversity of wildlife at Everglades and the Keys, and the rich mix of Caribbean, north and south American culture. With over 1000 photographs and illustrations, plus top recommendations on where to stay, shop and eat.



Recognized the world over by frequent flyers and armchair travelers alike, Eyewitness Travel Guides are the most colorful and comprehensive guides on the market. With beautifully commissioned photographs and spectacular 3-D aerial views revealing the charm of each destination, these amazing travel guides show what others only tell. Includes beautiful new full-color photos, illustrations, and enhanced maps Extensive information on local customs, currency, medical services, and transportation New "Discovering" feature helps decide which regions are best suited to the trip.

Florida (America the Beautiful)

Florida (America the Beautiful) Review

Florida is famous for its climate, its beaches and its overall sense of fun and excitement -- which greet each visitor and has led to many becoming residents. This photographic tribute to the sunshine state provides a visual tour of some its best-known destinations along with many unexpected delights. Included, among a great many outstanding photographs, are:

• Everglades National Park
  
• Disney World and Busch Gardens
  
• Miami and Miami Beach
  
• The Daytona 500
  
• The Florida Keys
  
• Panama City and the Panhandle
  
• Historic Saint Augustine
  
• The Kennedy Space Center

From its world-famous beaches and wealth of family attractions to its historic streets and wildlife sanctuaries, Florida offers something great for the whole family. This photographic tribute captures the beauty and excitement of a great state and will appeal to visitors as well as locals.

The America the Beautiful series takes readers on a photographic tour of the country's most beautiful states and most vibrant cities. Top photographers contribute their best images of both well-known destinations and hidden gems. Clear and informative captions bring each image to life. These handsomely designed books show the beauty of each destination and will be enjoyed by visitors and locals alike.

Down South - or, Yacht Adventure in Florida

Down South - or, Yacht Adventure in Florida Review

Down South - or, Yacht Adventure in Florida is presented here in a high quality paperback edition. This popular classic work by Oliver Optic is in the English language, and may not include graphics or images from the original edition. If you enjoy the works of Oliver Optic then we highly recommend this publication for your book collection.

Lonely Planet Florida (Regional Travel Guide)

Lonely Planet Florida (Regional Travel Guide) Review

“Ever since Ponce de Leon, Florida has cast a sensual spell over travelers, and its surreal landscape, heavenly beaches and prehistoric beasts still quicken the pulse and inflame the imagination.” – Jeff Campbell, Lonely Planet Writer

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You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage so you can rely on us to tell it like we see it.

Inside This Book…

4 authors
11 weeks of research
27 stone crabs eaten
1 Magic Kingdom
Inspirational photos
Expanded Walt Disney World coverage
Pull-out City Map of Miami
Easy-to-read layout
Comprehensive planning tools
At-a-glance practical info

The Florida Chase

The Florida Chase Review

**This novel was re-read and edited on 24 Feb and spelling and grammar were fixed up**


What would you do if your father went missing?

When two brothers find out that their dad is missing, they drive 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 make their way through the state in an effort to uncover the mystery of why their father has suddenly disappeared. Read as they travel through the Everglades, survive a hurricane, almost get blown up, have their plane sabotaged, flee on bicycles through the wetlands, and more!

And find out why a platoon of US Army soldiers joins with the brothers and launches an attack in the dead of night on a not so desolate island off the coast of the Florida Keys in the thrilling finale.

This rip roaring young adult novel, in the vein of the Hardy Boys novels, is roughly 60,000 words and is filled with mystery, adventure, and plenty of action.

Enjoy the read! Read the free 6,000 sample!

Florida Off the Beaten Path, 10th: A Guide to Unique Places (Off the Beaten Path Series)

Florida Off the Beaten Path, 10th: A Guide to Unique Places (Off the Beaten Path Series) Review

Whether you’re a visitor or a local looking for something different, let Florida Off the Beaten Path show you the Sunshine State you never knew existed. Experience weightlessness at Fort Lauderdale’s Museum of Discovery and Science, pilot an airboat through Kissimmee’s wild cypress swamps, swim with bottlenose dolphins at Marineland in St. Augustine, or explore Florida Caverns State Park’s underground rock formations.

Florida's Living Beaches: A Guide for the Curious Beachcomber

Florida's Living Beaches: A Guide for the Curious Beachcomber Review

Florida's Living Beaches: A Guide for the Curious Beachcomber Feature

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Florida has 1200 miles of coastline, almost 700 miles of which are sandy beaches. Exploring along those beaches offers encounters with myriads of plants, animals, minerals, and manmade objects all are covered in this comprehensive guide with descriptive accounts of 822 items, 983 color images, and 431 maps. Beginning with the premise that beaches are themselves alive, this guide to the natural history of Florida beaches heralds the living things and metaphorical life near, on, and within the state's sandy margins. It is organized into Beach Features, Beach Animals, Beach Plants, Beach Minerals, and Hand of Man. In addition to being an identification guide, the book reveals much of the wonder and mystery between dune and sea along Florida s long coastline.

Native Florida Plants: Low Maintenance Landscaping and Gardening

Native Florida Plants: Low Maintenance Landscaping and Gardening Review

Many counties in Florida now require that new commercial landscapes contain a percentage of native plants. Native landscapes are easier to maintain, use less water and thrive without chemical pesticides and fertilizers. Native Florida Plants describes every type of regional flora---from seaside foliage and wildflowers to grassy meadows, shrubs, vines, and aquatic gardens---in 301 profiles and accompanying color photographs.

Guide to Florida Fruit & Vegetable Gardening (Vegetable Gardening Guides)

Guide to Florida Fruit & Vegetable Gardening (Vegetable Gardening Guides) Review

Expert gardening and horticulturist, Robert Bowden, has written an easy-to-use guide to fruit and vegetable gardening in Florida. Full-color images illustrate the more than 25 citrus, fruits and berries featured, plus more than 35 vegetable recommendations. Helpful icons, charts and maps assist gardeners in planting the right edibles for where they live in Florida.

Month-by-Month Gardening in Florida: Revised Edition

Month-by-Month Gardening in Florida: Revised Edition Review

The Month-by-Month™ guides offer valuable advice on the proper timing of garden maintainance activities for each month. Month-by-Month™ Gardening in Florida is one of the first titles of the redesigned series from Cool Springs Press.

Top features include:

• 4-color photography and line-drawing illustrations to demonstrate cultural practices
• Covers all major plant categories
• Specific advice for every month of the year
• Updated edition includes text revisions, additional reference materials, and a new design