Florida has a history as diverse as its residents. And much of that is still hidden. Since the arrival of the Spanish in 1513, the state has played host to strange stories. A heartbroken senator enter
First of a series of collections of writings about Florida, fiction and nonfiction, by legendary writers who have come to Florida—some to live, others to escape the winters, and some just passing thro
Whether it is fighting wars, playing golf or going fishing, Presidents have come to Florida. Andrew Jackson launched a covert military operation to steal Florida from the Spanish. Thomas
Learn 200 quick, painless history lessons in one thoroughly researched book. An indispensable guide for Florida students, newcomers, and old-timers alike. Florida has a long and complex and very inter
The story begins in March 1865 as Union troops closed in on Richmond. Jefferson Davis tries to establish new capitals in Danville, Greensboro, and Charlotte and is ultimately captured in Georgia. Secr
This is the third, and final, volume in the Pineapple Anthology of Florida Writers. The selections are based on a number of factors, including the period in which they wrote, the genre, and their cont
For nearly a century in Florida and throughout the South, election to the United States Senate virtually guaranteed a lifetime position, especially if you were a Democrat. Certainly no Republican cand
