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When a woman linked to the supernatural finds her mother's journal holds a cryptic mystery, she and her friends race to uncover a secret matriarchal society protected by mystical unseen forces.

"This book includes writings from father and son naturalists John and William Bartram, who explored the St. Johns River Valley in Florida in 1765, along with commentary and a modern record of the flora and fauna the Bartrams encountered."--Provided by publisher.

Discover the gripping tale of the longest siege of the American Revolution, the Siege of Pensacola, as historian Joshua Provan intricately weaves together the military significance and sacrifices of this pivotal event in shaping the character of the United States.The Siege of Pensacola was the longest siege of the war in North America. It was the final act of Bernardo de Gálvez's remarkable Gulf Coast Campaign and stands out as a classic tale of warfare and sacrifice.In the final years of the American Revolution, the military situation was changing from a dogged stalemate to a crisis that the British or the Americans could turn to their advantage. France's entry as an active participant had highlighted the difficulties of the rebels' new alliance, not its strengths. The successful British defense of Savannah in 1779 drew British eyes southwards, and in 1780, Charleston fell, and Gates' southern army was crushed at Camden.It was a perilous moment for the rebellious colonies. British dominance in the south would give them a strong strategic position from which to prosecute the war. A ray of hope came from Spain, which had entered the war as a French ally in 1779. From then until 1780, British possessions from the Mississippi and along the Gulf of Mexico suddenly came under threat from the daredevil Governor of Louisiana, Don Bernardo de Galvez. By 1781, Pensacola was the last British-held post in West Florida.The British garrison in Pensacola was strong, and its commander, Major General John Campbell, was determined to defend his fort. If Gálvez's campaign was typical of those undertaken by the likes of Amherst and Montcalm more than 15 years before, then the siege itself was also a model of eighteenth-century grit, fieldcraft and chivalry.It was grim work, and both sides endured hardship and fatigue as the siege progressed. As Spanish reinforcements were slowly released from Havana, the British depended more and more on the assistance of loyalists and an auxiliary force of Creeks and Choctaws collected by their Indian Agents to oppose the Spaniards.The story of the siege of Pensacola and the Spanish and Spanish-American part in the Revolutionary War represents a different side to the struggle; far removed from Redcoats and Patriots, it is also a story of great drama, color and sacrifice that helped shape the character of the United States.Historian René Chartrand says that Joshua Provan is 'the first historian to really mix all the elements together and suggest the true military consequences of the siege on the War of American Independence. It has been mooted, but never this well demonstrated.

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What’s NEW in The Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando 2024:Details on Universal Studios Florida’s new Minion Land on Illumination Avenue, including the Villain-Con Minion Blast attraction and Minion CafeA sneak peek at the new DreamWorks Animation experiences coming to Universal’s reimagined KidZone in 2024Honest reviews of Universal’s Great Movie Escape and other recent additions to CityWalkHow to join the party as a Mardi Gras float rider and other exclusive seasonal experiencesUpdated advice on taking advantage of Early Park Admission, Universal Express, and other time-saving tricksAn up-close look at each Universal resort hotel, plus expanded coverage of nearby off-site hotelsRatings and reviews of new dining options in the parks and resorts, including more plant-based menu itemsAn in-depth preview of Universal’s upcoming Epic Universe theme park and new hotels

”Han hed Salomón. Han var fem år gammel, da han druknede i søen Amatitlán. Sådan havde jeg fået det fortalt som barn i Guatemala. At min fars storebror, mine bedsteforældres førstefødte, ham, der ville have været min onkel Salomón, var død i en drukneulykke i Amatitlánsøen, da han var på min alder, og at de aldrig havde fundet hans lig. (…) Jeg kendte ikke de nærmere omstændigheder omkring ulykken og turde heller ikke spørge. Ingen i familien talte om Salomón. Ingen så meget som nævnte hans navn.” Eduardo Halfon sætter sig for at opklare de mystiske omstændigheder omkring drengens Salomóns død. Det fører ham tilbage til den sø og bedsteforældrenes tidligere hus, hvor han og hans bror tilbragte deres barndoms somre. Han følger brudstykker af sine minder tilbage til sin mors families jødiske rødder i Polen og krigens koncentrationslejre og sin fars libanesisk-jødiske families historie som indvandrere i et Guatemala, hvor de brutale omstændigheder i 70’erne fik Halfons forældre til at udvandre med deres børn til Florida. Og han opdager, at det er der, i hans egen fortid, at sandheden ligger begravet. I Sorg fremkalder [Halfon] i en utroligt charmerende fortællestil en halvt komisk, halvt tragisk familiemyteverden, hvor sandheder er svære eller umulige at finde. Wolfgang Höbel, Der Spiegel Virtuos ... overdådig ... Skrivestilen, som er enkel og koncis, [er] udstyret med en stor stemningsvækkende kraft ... Ariane Singer, Le Monde des livres Præmier og udmærkelser for Sorg 2021 Jan Michalski Prize, finalist 2020 Neustadt International Prize for Literature, finalist 2019 Edward Lewis Wallant Award, vinder 2019 Premio de las Librerías de Navarra, vinder 2019 International Latino Book Award, vinder 2018 Kirkus Award, finalist 2018 Prix du Meilleur Livre Étranger, vinder

"Hypnotic and tender, this book reminds us that even if we leave our homes, our homes never leave us."-Oprah Daily"[Hull] has that sly eye for sublime details, but also a killer instinct for tight storytelling."-Carl Hiaasen, New York Times Book ReviewA richly evocative coming-of-age memoir set in the Florida orange groves of the 1960s by a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalistAnne Hull grew up in rural Central Florida, barefoot half the time and running through the orange groves her father's family had worked for generations. The ground trembled from the vibrations of bulldozers and jackhammers clearing land for Walt Disney World. "Look now," her father told her as they rode through the mossy landscape together. "It will all be gone." But the real threat was at home, where Hull was pulled between her idealistic but self-destructive father and her mother, a glamorous outsider from Brooklyn struggling with her own aspirations. All the while, Hull felt the pressures of girlhood closing in. She dreamed of becoming a traveling salesman who ate in motel coffee shops, accompanied by her baton-twirling babysitter. As her sexual identity took shape, Hull knew the place she loved would never love her back and began plotting her escape.Here, Hull captures it all-the smells and sounds of a disappearing way of life, the secret rituals and rhythms of a doomed family, the casual racism of the rural South in the 1960s, and the suffocating expectations placed on girls and women.Vividly atmospheric and haunting, Through the Groves will speak to anyone who's ever left home to cut a path of their own.

A detachable fold-out indexed map of the entire Orlando area for on-the-go navigation.

What’s NEW in The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World 2024:Coverage of the Magic Kingdom’s new TRON Lightcycle/Run coaster, including how to save time in lineA review of EPCOT’s new Journey of Water, inspired by MoanaTips on playing EPCOT’s new DuckTales World Showcase Adventure gameHow to navigate Disney’s ridiculously complicated admissions, transportation, and Genie+ and Lightning Lane reservations systemsPreview of the new tower building at Disney’s Polynesian ResortNew touring plans to save the most time in line at every Disney parkThe highest-rated rooms and buildings to ask for at every Disney resortWhere to find the best ticket and hotel deals in 2024

Exploring the tropical sun-bleached facades of Miami Beach's Art Deco palaces in words and glorious photographs.

For fans of Emily Henry's Book Lovers, The Roughest Draft is the debut adult novel from Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka.

The 'Brit Guide to Orlando 2023' is an indispensable guidebook for any traveler, expertly penned by Simon and Susan Veness. This comprehensive guide, published by W Foulsham & Co Ltd, is set to hit the shelves on December 12, 2022. It promises to be an invaluable companion for anyone planning to visit Orlando in the year 2023. The authors, Simon and Susan Veness, are renowned for their in-depth knowledge and insightful commentary on travel destinations. Their latest offering falls under the genre of travel and tourism, providing readers with a wealth of information about Orlando, Florida. From the city's famous theme parks to its less-known attractions, the 'Brit Guide to Orlando 2023' will ensure you make the most of your visit. The publisher, W Foulsham & Co Ltd, is known for its high-quality publications, and this book is no exception. Don't miss out on your chance to explore Orlando like a local with this informative and engaging guidebook.

The newest addition to the Reef Smart series, Reef Smart Guides Florida Keys is your essential travel guide to finding the best beach in the Keys—from North Key Largo to the Dry Tortugas.

"From Miami to Loggerhead Key in the Dry Tortugas, get to know this free-spirited archipelago of beaches, palm trees, and fun with Moon Florida Keys."--

'Affecting and engaging' COLM TÓIBÍN'A wistful, witty meditation on a gay man's twilight years and the twilight of America' GuardianOut in the drought-struck backwaters of rural Florida, The Kingdom of Sand's nameless narrator lives a life of semi-solitude, enjoying the odd, fleeting sexual encounter and the friendship of a few.His world is ageing, and the memories of another time flash, then fade - visions of parties filled with handsome young men, the parents whom he chose to spend his life besides, the generation he once knew, struck down by AIDS. But, when forced to watch the slow demise of a close neighbour, he is drawn back to the here and now, and his own borrowed time in this kingdom of sand.'Bracingly honest and wise' The Times, Books of the Year'Both melancholy and hilarious' New York Times

Whether you want to drive the Overseas Highway, spend the day on a charter fishing boat, or dine on fresh seafood at waterfront restaurants, the local Fodor's travel experts in the Florida Keys Islands are here to help! Fodor's In Focus Florida Keys guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor's In Focus Florida Keys travel guide includes:AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and doMULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your timeMORE THAN 13 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidentlyCOLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust!HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, beaches, snorkeling and scuba diving sites, outdoor activities, nightlife, shopping, and morePHOTO-FILLED "BEST OF" FEATURES on "Best Beaches" "Best Things to Eat and Drink" and moreTRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and moneyHISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local cuisine, marine life, and moreSPECIAL FEATURES on "A Key West Walking Tour," "Kids and Families," and "Excursion to Dry Tortugas National Park"LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gemsUP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Key West, Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon, Dry Tortugas National Park, and more Planning on visiting more of Florida and some of the islands of the Caribbean? Check out Fodor's Florida, Fodor's South Florida, Fodor's InFocus Turks and Caicos Islands, Fodor's InFocus Aruba, and Fodor's InFocus Cayman Islands. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!

"In the context of the hyperviolent and racialized policing of cities across the US today, vigilant citizenship frames everyday policing as matters of personal blame and guilt-as problems of citizens"--

Diplomarbeit aus dem Jahr 2009 im Fachbereich Tourismus - Sonstiges, Note: 1,7, Universität Trier, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Noch vor ungefähr 110 Jahren war Miami noch ein unbekannter und bedeutungsloser Fleck auf der Landkarte. Damals bestand das Gebiet am Miami River lediglich aus Zitronen- und Orangenplantagen sowie einem Handelsposten. Heute ist dieser Ort ein Gebirge aus Stahl und Glas, umgeben von breiten Schnellstraßen, gigantischen Brückenkonstruktionen, zahllosen Hotels und riesigen Apartmenthochhäusern. Zu Beginn des dritten Jahrtausends ist Miami eine beispiellose, tropicoole Stadt, die mit ihrem pulsierenden Leben, ihrem Image als Finanz- und Partymetropole, ihren unzähligen historischen und modernen Attraktionen sowie den weltberühmten Stränden nicht nur Millionen an Touristen aus der ganzen Welt anlockt, sondern auch die Wahlheimat für hunderte neuer Zuwanderer täglich darstellt.Moderner amerikanischer Charme in Verbindung mit kubanischer, karibischer und südamerikanischer Lebensfreude trägt zur positiven Wahrnehmung und dem interkulturellen Ambiente der Region bei. Die rasante Entwicklung der Großregion in den letzten Jahren ist nicht zuletzt ein Grund der erfolgreichen Tourismuswirtschaft, insbesondere des Kreuzfahrtmarktes, der der am schnellsten wachsende Sektor der amerikanischen Tourismusbranche ist. Nicht nur dank der Nähe zur Karibik und dem ganzjährlich guten Wetter zählt die Kreuzfahrtindustrie zu den wichtigsten und erfolgreichsten Wirtschaftszweigen in Miami.Es stellt sich die Frage, wie die Stadt Miami mit den jährlich aufs neue anwachsenden Touristenzahlen sowie dem noch immer steigenden Zuwachs an Zuwanderern umgeht und welche Auswirkungen diese Prozesse mit sich führen. Worin genau ist die Beliebtheit der Urlaubsdestination Miami und der Reisen auf dem Meer begründet? Welche Faktoren trieben die Entwicklung der Stadt Miami von einer unbedeutenden Obstplantage zu einer international bekannten und hypermodernen Metropole voran und welche Vor- und Nachteile resultierten daraus? Weiterhin soll der Einfluss der Stadtplanung geprüft und der Frage nachgegangen werden, welche Maßnahmen die Stadt sowie private Unternehmen treffen und getroffen haben, um den individuellen Stadtcharakter, das internationale Flair und die Stadtgestalt aufrechtzuerhalten, ein lebenswertes Umfeld für die Bewohner zu schaffen, das historische und kulturelle Erbe der Stadt zu bewahren, die negativen Folgeerscheinungen des Bevölkerungs- und Flächenwachstums zu minimieren und Miami konkurrenz- und zukunftsfähig zu gestalten.