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So begins The Mango Tree, a poignant and deceptively entertaining memoir of growing up as a mixed-race Filipina "nobody" in suburban Florida as Annabelle traces the roots of her upbringing--all the while reckoning with her erratic father's untimely death in a Fort Myers motel, her fiery mother's bitter yearning for the country she left behind, and her own journey in the pursuit of belonging.
With clear-eyed compassion and piercing honesty, The Mango Tree is a family saga that navigates the tangled branches of Annabelle's life, from her childhood days in an overflowing house flooded by balikbayan boxes, vegetation, and juicy mangoes, to her winding path from medical school hopeful to restaurant critic. It is a love letter to her fellow Filipino Americans, her lost younger self, and the beloved fruit tree at the heart of her family. But above all, it is an ode to Annabelle's hot-blooded, whip-smart mother Josefina, a woman who made a life and a home of her own, and without whom Annabelle would not have herself.
Whether you want to celebrate the Disney 100th Anniversary, ride the TRON Lightcycle Run!, or see the Velocicoaster at Universal's Islands of Adventure, the local Fodor's travel experts in Walt Disney World are here to help! Fodor's Walt Disney World: with the Best of Universal and Orlando 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.
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This is a story of the many interesting characters who lived on this land: British planters, wealthy social mavens, oil tycoons, the Granddaughter of President U.S. Grant, a Russian Count and other assorted dreamers and speculators. This is also the story of the Selbys, who had a winter retreat on the property and especially Marie Selby who finally decided that the land was worth preserving and shut down the developers to create a world class garden that she never lived to see.
The author explores the twist and turns of this incredible story of the founding of this garden of tropical wonder which miraculously escaped the fever of development.
that capture the beauty of a unique ecological treasure An
immersive journey into the stunning beauty, rich biodiversity, and fragile
ecosystems of Dry Tortugas National Park, this book combines captivating photographs
with insightful narratives to highlight a remote archipelago that has profound
ecological significance. Accessible only by seaplane or boat, located
70 miles west of Key West and part of UNESCO's World Network
of Biosphere Reserves, the park includes seven enchanting islands and--with 99
percent of the park being underwater--a treasure trove of marine life. Through
the lens of conservation photographer Ian Wilson-Navarro, readers will discover
lush seagrass beds, vibrant coral reefs, and mesmerizing turquoise waters that
are difficult for the public to visit. The book's nearly 200 color images are
accompanied by essays by Sarah Fangman, Cori Convertito, Curtis Hall, and Nancy
Klingener, individuals with intimate knowledge of the park who explore its history,
culture, and environment. They elucidate the complex relationships between
nature and humanity that have long existed in the Dry Tortugas and emphasize
the importance of preserving both historic structures such as Fort Jefferson on
Garden Key and the undisturbed habitats that allow countless wildlife species
to flourish. From
graceful green sea turtles and magnificent frigatebirds to intricate coral
formations and spectacular starry skies, the photographs in Dry Tortugas
inspire awe and appreciation for an environmental sanctuary that serves as a
baseline for Florida Keys ecology during a time of accelerating climate change for
the planet. Educational and emotionally resonant, this book is a powerful
testament to the park's allure and its incredibly special natural wonders. Funding for this publication was
provided through a grant from Florida Humanities with funds from the National
Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions, or
recommendations expressed in this publication do not necessarily represent
those of Florida Humanities or the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Blair and Dawn Witherington intimately reveal the lives of sea turtles in Our Sea Turtles: A Practical Guide to the Atlantic and Gulf from Canada to Mexico. The book's pithy, well-organized sections are lavishly illustrated. It is a guide for anyone who is the least bit curious about these fascinating marine animals. Bite-sized installments harmonize with multiple images on each page to make this book a unique and entertaining resource. The story it tells covers understanding, experiencing, and saving our sea turtles, with descriptions of how these endangered animals contribute to our happiness and why they deserve a helping hand.