Away from the bustle of Miami Beach and the tourist extravaganza of Disney World; another Florida beckons to those looking for backroads adventure; quieter fare; or more discriminating fun. This is the Florida where backroads and secret splendors unfold in a landscape rich in the flavors and colors of ancient indigenous cultures; early European settlements; Civil War battles; and myriad Caribbean influences. Authors Paul Franklin and Nancy Mikula take you to every corner of the Sunshine State; from the Panhandle to the Florida Keys; with journeys along miles of spectacular coastline and forays into the wonders of lush interior forests; pristine lakes; and otherworldly swamplands. Florida is home to nearly a dozen national parks; forests; and seashores; and Backroads of Florida explores these attractions and many more; illustrated with breathtaking color photographs throughout. The book presents the background history and culture for Floridarsquo;s varied natural and human communities along with descriptions of the best destinations and sites to visit during your travels.
#2564234 in eBooks 2009-10-02 2009-10-09File Name: B004OL2HPM
Review
