Author : George Walter Born
Publisher : HPN Books
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 13,14 MB
Release : 2003
Category : History
ISBN : 1893619311
An illustrated history of Key West, Florida, paired with histories of the local companies.
Author : John Viele
Publisher : Pineapple Press Inc
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 37,86 MB
Release : 1996
Category : History
ISBN : 9781561641017
Well-researched, fascinating accounts of Florida Keys' life of the past two centuries.
Author : Todd Turrell
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 18,13 MB
Release : 2020-03
Category :
ISBN : 9780578609973
A history of maps in the Florida Keys.
Author : Joy Williams
Publisher : Random House
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 16,14 MB
Release : 2010-09-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 0307763811
The Florida Keys: A History & Guide is an engaging handbook to the unique coral and limestone islands that curve southwest off the tip of Florida. Acclaimed novelist and Florida resident Joy Williams traces U.S. Highway 1 from Key Largo to Key West, combining the best of local legend—colorful stories you won’t find in other guidebooks—with insightful commentary and the most up-to-date advice on where to stay, eat, and wander. Along the way, you will: • explore the exquisite underwater world of North America’s only living reef • discover the beautiful bridges that span the Keys, the forts, and the distinctive “conch” architecture of Key West • experience the eerie serenity of Florida Bay’s “backcountry” and the unique ecology of the Keys • visit the Key West cemetery and learn about the lives of some of the Keys’ eccentrics—writers, madmen, and entrepreneurs with various delusions • find the best (and avoid the worst) cafés, inns, and other establishments that the Keys have to offer Here is the most thorough and candid guide to the Keys, one of the most surprising locales in America. With insight and style, Joy Williams shares with us all of the region’s idiosyncrasies and delights.
Author : John Viele
Publisher : Florida Keys
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,80 MB
Release : 2011-05
Category :
ISBN : 9781561644940
Well researched, fascinating accounts of early Keys life.
Author : Victoria Shearer
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 50,7 MB
Release : 2008-02-01
Category : History
ISBN : 146174685X
Salvage of a sunken slave ship, devastating hurricanes and the odd doings of locals such as Jimmy Buffett and Hemingway's cats.
Author : Laura Albritton & Jerry Wilkinson
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 41,45 MB
Release : 2018
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1467138916
The Florida Keys have witnessed all kinds of historical events, from the dramatic and the outrageous to the tragic and the comic. Join the authors as they delve into tales of treasure hunters, developers, exotic dancers, determined preservationists and more from the colorful history of the Florida Keys.
Author : John Viele
Publisher : Pineapple Press Inc
Page : 195 pages
File Size : 24,4 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Florida Keys (Fla.)
ISBN : 1561641790
Today, on the Keys between Key West and the mainland, some forty thousand residents and thousands of visitors fish, swim, sail and dive int he crystal clear waters off a tropical reef; relax in the sun adn cooling trade wind breezes; and sleep in the air-conditioned comfort of their homes and hotel rooms. On these same islands, as short a time as eighty years ago, fewer than three hundred inhabitants tried to eke out a living without benefit of electricity, running water, radios, or telephones. The stories of these hard pioneers and their predecessors, as far back as the Native Americans who lived on the Keys at least one thousand years ago, are told, many for the first time, in this book.
Author : Bob T. Epstein
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 49,52 MB
Release : 2013-05-28
Category : History
ISBN : 1625840683
Since the arrival of Ponce de Leon in the 1500s, the Florida Keys have evolved from a dense, nearly impenetrable jungle full of bears, pumas, snakes, alligators and crocodiles into America's Caribbean islands. And the fish in the region have made the Keys one of the nation's favorite playgrounds for anglers. The Keys are home to more saltwater fishing records than any other angling destination in the world and offer sportsmen an array of amazing fish, from tarpon and Spanish mackerel to mahi-mahi and bonefish. U.S. presidents, celebrities and the world's greatest fishermen and women have cruised the waters of South Florida. Join author Bob T. Epstein on a journey through the storied history of fishing in the Florida Keys.
Author : Joshua Lawrence Kinser
Publisher : Moon Travel
Page : 566 pages
File Size : 38,69 MB
Release : 2017-04-18
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1631213903
Stretching from Miami to the Gulf of Mexico, this free-spirited archipelago is full of beaches, palm trees, and adventure. Dive in with Moon Florida Keys. Inside you'll find: Strategic itineraries for any timeline or budget, ranging from a Key West getaway to a week-long road trip along the Overseas Highway, including coverage of the gateway city of Miami and an excursion into the Everglades Detailed maps and full-color photos throughout Activities and ideas for every traveler: Explore the fascinating coral reefs and shipwrecks of Key Largo, or visit Hemmingway's house, full of his favorite polydactyl cats. Taste authentic Cuban food in Miami, spot colorful birds and canoe with gators in the Everglades, or visit the National Key Deer Refuge. Sip the best mojitos, discover the most secluded beaches, and enjoy the freshest key lime pie. Full coverage of Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon and the Middle Keys, Big Pine and the Lower Keys, and Key West The best spots for sports and recreation, including sailing, fishing, kayaking, biking, diving, and snorkeling along the only living barrier reef in the continental USA Expert insight from Florida local Joshua Lawrence Kinser Honest advice on when to go, how to get around, and where to stay, from historic inns and beachside B&Bs to budget motels and campgrounds Thorough information on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and local culture With Moon Florida Keys expert advice, myriad activities, and local know-how on the best things to do and see, you can plan your trip your way. Expanding your trip? Check out Moon Florida, or Moon Florida Road Trip. Visiting the Caribbean? Try Moon Dominican Republic or Moon Jamaica.
