Browse by Subject: History

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Making Modern Florida: How the Spirit of Reform Shaped a New State Constitution

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La Florida: Five Hundred Years of Hispanic Presence

A unique presentation of the Hispanic roots that run deep in Florida's past and present and will assuredly shape its future.

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Black Miami in the Twentieth Century

The first book devoted to the history of African Americans in south Florida and their pivotal role in the growth and development of Miami, Black Miami in the Twentieth Century traces their triumphs, drudgery, horrors, and courage during the first 100 years of the city's history. Firsthand accounts and over 130 photographs, many of them never published before, bring to life the proud heritage of Miami's black community.


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Skyway: The True Story of Tampa Bay's Signature Bridge and the Man Who Brought It Down

The worst ship-bridge collision in U.S. history

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George Merrick, Son of the South Wind: Visionary Creator of Coral Gables

With unprecedented access to the Merrick family, and mining a treasure trove of Merrick's personal letters, documents, speeches, and manuscripts, Arva Moore Parks presents the remarkable story of George Merrick and the development of one of the nation's most iconic planned cities.

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The Odyssey of an African Slave

Powerful, mesmerizing narrative of the life of an African-born slave

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Hotel Ponce de Leon: The Rise, Fall, and Rebirth of Flagler's Gilded Age Palace

Hotel Ponce de Leon is the first work to present the building's complete history and detail its transformation into the heart of Flagler College. 

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They Dared to Dream: Florida Women Who Shaped History

The untold stories of Florida’s most extraordinary women.

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The Minibook of Minigolf

A wacky and wonderful tour of miniature golf in the southeast

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Walking St. Augustine: An Illustrated Guide and Pocket History to America's Oldest City

Celebrate 450 years of history with a walking tour of the Old City.