The Florida of Today: A Guide for Tourists and Settlers (1889)

The Florida of Today: A Guide for Tourists and Settlers is a comprehensive guidebook written by James Wood Davidson in 1889. The book is a detailed account of the state of Florida, covering its history, geography, climate, flora and fauna, and tourist attractions. The author, James Wood Davidson, was a prominent journalist and writer of the late 19th century who was known for his travel writings. In this book, he provides a thorough and engaging account of Florida, which was then a rapidly developing state with a growing tourism industry.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of Florida. The first few chapters provide an overview of the state's history, geography, and climate, while the later chapters focus on the different regions of Florida and the tourist attractions that they offer.Davidson's writing style is engaging and informative, and he provides a wealth of information about Florida that is still relevant today. He also includes numerous illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the state's landscape and attractions.Overall, The Florida of Today is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Florida, as well as for tourists and settlers looking to explore the state's many attractions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.