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Florida History from the Highways

by Douglas Waitley
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Overview

Discover Florida, with its unique geography and exciting history-from ancient gold to modern real estate speculation -by journeying along its highways. Beginning with a chronology and succinct account of Florida's spectacular development, then an account of the rise of the major cities, Florida History from the Highways takes you throughout the state, pointing out the fascinating events that occurred at locations along the way. You'll travel through changing times and landscapes and emerge filled with new appreciation for what has made Florida the colorful place it is today. With an engaging style and a wealth of historical photographs, author Douglas Waitley invites you to explore this extraordinary state's rich past while enjoying its natural beauty.

Synopsis

Discover Florida, with its unique geography and exciting history-from ancient gold to modern real estate speculation -by journeying along its highways. Beginning with a chronology and succinct account of Florida's spectacular development, then an account of the rise of the major cities, Florida History from the Highways takes you throughout the state, pointing out the fascinating events that occurred at locations along the way. You'll travel through changing times and landscapes and emerge filled with new appreciation for what has made Florida the colorful place it is today.

With an engaging style and a wealth of historical photographs, author Douglas Waitley invites you to explore this extraordinary state's rich past while enjoying its natural beauty.

About the Author, Douglas Waitley

Douglas Waitley is the author of nineteen books on Americana, ranging in subject matter from regional histories to accounts of the era of steam locomotives. His other Pineapple Press books include the Best Back Roads series: Vol. 1 (Central) The Heartland; Vol. 2 (South) Coasts, Glades, and Groves; and Vol. 3 (North) Beaches and Hills. He has a master's degree in history from Northwestern University and lives in central Florida, from where he and his wife, Mary, are continually exploring the state.

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Book Details

Published
March 1, 2005
Publisher
Pineapple Press, Inc.
Pages
370
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9781561643158

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