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Florida Collection November 2017
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Fins at Fifty: Celebrating a Half Century of Dolphins Football
by Andy Cohen
Fins at Fifty will re-visit the early days and the struggles of a young team, then take you through the Shula years and the meteoric rise of a franchise from fledglings to champions. You'll get a close-up look at the 1972 Dolphins, a team that simply refused to lose. You'll see Bob Griese and Larry Csonka and the No-Name defense, you'll follow the emergence of a young, confident quarterback in Dan Marino and you'll look back at the splendid careers of such recent stars as Jason Taylor and Zach Thomas.
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The Gulf : the making of an American sea
by Jack E. Davis
A comprehensive history of the Gulf of Mexico and its identity as a region marked by hurricanes, oil fields and debates about population growth and the environment demonstrates how its picturesque ecosystems have inspired and reflected key historical events.
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Florida oasis : a photographic tour of Harry P. Leu Gardens
by Katy Moss Warner
Take a stroll through scenic pathways and lush gardens and discover palms, bromeliads, and tropical plants. Experience the largest camellia collection in the eastern United States and then stop and admire the more than 1,000 roses (150 varieties) in Florida's largest formal rose garden. Find inspiration in the color garden, idea garden or tropical stream garden and learn about the rich history of the living museum that is Harry P. Leu Gardens. Florida Oasis, A Photographic Tour of Harry P. Leu Gardens invites readers to experience ten themed gardens within the more than fifty acres of the Southern style gardens located in the City of Orlando. Florida Oasis is a treasured keepsake for all who have experienced the beauty, wonder, and history of Harry P. Leu Gardens.
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Florida Keys Cookbook : Recipes & Foodways of Paradise
by Victoria Shearer
The Florida Keys Cookbook is a fascinating combination of food history, local lore, and over 175 mouth-watering recipes showcasing the Florida Keys' bounty from Keys restaurant chefs and home cooks. Archival photographs and informative sidebars round out the newly designed full color second edition of this beautiful and treasured book that is a celebration of the paradise that is the Florida Keys.
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Universal vs. Disney : the unofficial guide to American theme parks' greatest rivalry
by Sam Gennawey
"Universal Studios never really wanted to get into the theme park business. They wanted to be the anti-Disney. But when forced to do so, they did it in a big way. Despite the fits and starts of multiple owners, the parks have finally gained the momentum to mount a serious challenge to the Walt Disney Company. How did this happen? Who made it happen? What does this mean for the theme park industry? In Universal Versus Disney, his newest work to investigate the histories of America's favorite theme parks, seasoned Disney-author Sam Gennawey has thoroughly researched how Universal Studios shook up the multi-billion dollar theme park industry, one so long dominated by Walt Disney and his legacy. "
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