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Florida (America the Beautiful)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.
The Dive From Clausen's Pier: A NovelHow much do we owe the people we love? Is it a sign of strength or weakness to walk away from someone in need? These questions lie at the heart of Ann Packer’s intimate and emotionally thrilling new novel, which has won its author comparisons with Jane Hamilton and Sue Miller. At the age of twenty-three Carrie Bell has spent her entire life in Wisconsin, with the same best friend and the same dependable, easygoing, high school sweetheart. Now to her dismay she has begun to find this life suffocating and is considering leaving it–and Mike–behind. But when Mike is paralyzed in a diving accident, leaving seems unforgivable and yet more necessary than ever. The Dive from Clausen’s Pier animates this dilemma–and Carrie’s startling response to it–with the narrative assurance, exacting realism, and moral complexity we expect from the very best fiction.
Best Florida Trips (Regional Travel Guide)‘Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other’. New York Times8 of Florida’s Best TripsWhether you’re a local looking for a long weekend escape, or a visitor looking to explore, Lonely Planet’s Trips series offers the best itineraries – and makes it easy to plan the perfect trip time and again.Everyone knows road-tripping is the ultimate way to experience the USA. You can drive up, down, across, around or straight through every state on the continental map. We’re here to help you narrow down the options. Whether you’re on a quest for that perfect Pacific Northwest microbrewery pint, fresh lobster right off the boat in Maine or the coolest classic all-night diners in New Jersey, we’ve got you covered. Our authors drove, paddled, walked, cycled, rode the rails and hopped buses all across the country to bring you their 99 favorite trips across the US.This eBook-only offering is an excerpt of Lonely Planet’s USA’s Best Trips, which includes 99 themed itineraries across America. The 8 trips chosen for this eBook include:• 48 Hours in Miami• Cruisin’ Florida’s East Coast• Doing Disney & More• Overseas Highway to Key West• Go Wild in the Everglades• High Life Down on the Gulf Coast• Freaky Florida• North Florida Backwaters & BywaysFeatures• Easy-to-use maps for every trip, plus driving times and directions• Theme icons make finding the perfect trip simple – no matter what your interest• Local experts share their favorite trip ideasLonely Planet’s USA’s Best Trips is written and researched by Sara Benson, Amy Balfour, Alison Bing, Becca Blond, Jennifer Denniston, Lisa Dunford, Alex Leviton, David Ozanich, Danny Palmerlee, Brandon Presser and Karla Zimmerman. Check out Lonely Planet’s other eBook guides including USA’s Best Trips, 48 Hours in Miami, Best Florida Trips, Florida, Miami & the Keys and more.
The Dive From Clausen's PierHow much do we owe the people we love? Is it a sign of strength or weakness to walk away from someone in need? These questions lie at the heart of Ann Packer’s intimate and emotionally thrilling new novel, which has won its author comparisons with Jane Hamilton and Sue Miller. At the age of twenty-three Carrie Bell has spent her entire life in Wisconsin, with the same best friend and the same dependable, easygoing, high school sweetheart. Now to her dismay she has begun to find this life suffocating and is considering leaving it–and Mike–behind. But when Mike is paralyzed in a diving accident, leaving seems unforgivable and yet more necessary than ever. The Dive from Clausen’s Pier animates this dilemma–and Carrie’s startling response to it–with the narrative assurance, exacting realism, and moral complexity we expect from the very best fiction.
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