Florida Portrait: A Pictorial History of Florida

This word-and-picture album traces the history of Florida from the Paleoindians to the rampant growth of the late twentieth century. In a state where many residents are recent arrivals, this book provides a fascinating way to gain a sense of place. Packed with hundreds of photographs, many of them rarely or never before published. If you're looking for a great coffee-table book, this would be a great addition to your library.