Excerpt from Whitney's Florida Pathfinder: A Guide to Florida; Information for the Tourist, Traveler and Invalid; Season 1880-'81
It was the veteran traveler and cavalier, Ponce de Leon, who inaugurated visitation to Florida's shores in search of health, where at the present day we observe thousands migrating thither for health and recreation. Each successive season terminates and we find an ih creased visitation to the State. And why should it not be so? Have not round i/ze world tourists sounded Florida's highest praises and proclaimed it as possess ing the most delightful climate upon the globe?
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book transports readers to 19th-century Florida, a land of lush landscapes and burgeoning tourism. The author, through historical accounts and detailed observations, paints a vibrant portrait of the state, capturing the allure of its climate, the promise of its soil, and the abundance of its natural resources. We are introduced to Florida as a haven for those seeking respite from harsh northern winters, a destination for both the pleasure-seeking traveler and the ailing individual hoping to find restorative healing. The book explores the allure of Floridaââ â¢s unique climate, drawing comparisons to the Mediterranean, while also examining the state's burgeoning citrus industry and the potential of its fertile lands. The author delves into the rich history of Florida, recounting the exploits of early explorers and the dramatic struggles for control of this strategic territory. From the arrival of Ponce de Leon to the battles between Spanish colonists and French Huguenots, the book traces the turbulent path of Floridaââ â¢s development, providing a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal period of American history. The book ultimately reveals Florida as a land of possibility, a destination with both cultural and economic promise, a place where natureââ â¢s bounty meets human ambition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781334313790_0
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