Florida - by Michael Worek (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Florida is a magical place -- full of sun, beaches and theme parks for young and old alike. It hosts some of the most captivating parks and natural sites in the nation. It is rich with culture -- Miami is informally called the capital of Latin America -- and replete with family-friendly attractions, like Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and Busch Gardens. Long favored as a retirement destination, Florida is also the most popular vacation destination in the country. Florida takes readers on a photographic tour of the Sunshine State. Stunning full-color photographs capture Florida's well-known destinations and hidden gems -- from dazzling cityscapes to breathtaking parks, historic homes and monuments. Clear and informative captions bring each scene to life. This handsomely designed book shows the beauty, spirit and character of each location, to be enjoyed by visitors and locals alike"--

Book Synopsis

Florida is a magic place -- full of sun, beaches and theme parks for young and old alike, it also contains some of the most interesting natural history sites in the nation. Long favored as a retirement destination, Florida is still the most popular vacation destination in the country.

Florida, the southeasternmost American state, is surrounded by water -- the Atlantic on the east side and the Gulf of Mexico on the west side. Miami is known for its Latin-American culture while Orlando is famous for Walt Disney World and many other attractions.

Florida's first Indigenous inhabitants have lived on the peninsula for at least 12,000 years. Written records about life in Florida began with the arrival of Spanish explorers in 1513. Florida became the twenty-seventh American state March 3, 1845.

NASA's Kennedy Space Center continues to play a key role in the exploration of space and the launch of missions to the Moon and the International Space Station.

Here are just a few of the many fascinating attractions to be found in this book:

• Florida Caverns State Park
• Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge
• Walt Disney World
• Miami Beach
• Universal Studios
• Busch Gardens
• Legoland
• SeaWorld
• Everglades National Park
• Daytona International Speedway
• Spring Training -- Baseball
• Ocala -- World Horse Capital
• Kennedy Space Centre
• Dry Tortugas National Park
• Florida Historic Golf Trail
• Salvador Dali Museum, St. Petersburg.

Truly, Florida offers something for everyone and is the ideal vacation destination.

About the Author

Michael Worek is a writer and editor with a special interest in nature, history, and American architecture and urban development. His previous books include Nobel: A Century of Prize Winners and An American History Album.