The Florida Reader: Visions of Paradise

An Anthology of Essays, Short Stories, and Poems

Florida is a land of dreams, a place where people come to escape the cold and find paradise. The sunshine, the beaches, the palm trees—it's all here in abundance. But there's more to Florida than just its natural beauty. There's also a rich history, a vibrant culture, and a diverse population. All of these elements come together to create a state that is truly unique.

The Florida Reader: Visions of Paradise

by Insight Guides

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	5307 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	270 pages

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The Florida Reader: Visions of Paradise is an anthology that captures the essence of this amazing state. With contributions from some of Florida's most talented writers, this book offers a glimpse into the Sunshine State's past, present, and future. You'll find essays about Florida's history and culture, short stories about its people and places, and poems that celebrate its beauty. Whether you're a native Floridian or just a visitor, The Florida Reader: Visions of Paradise is a book that you'll treasure.

Table of Contents

• Essays
• "The History of Florida" by Michael Gannon
• "The Culture of Florida" by Karen L. Bevis
• "The People of Florida" by Dale Pierce
• "The Future of Florida" by Randy Wayne White
• Short Stories
• "The Old Man and the Sea" by Ernest Hemingway
• "The Storm" by Zora Neale Hurston
• "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson
• "Sonny's Blues" by James Baldwin
• Poems
• "Florida" by Langston Hughes
• "The Sunshine State" by Maya Angelou
• "My Florida" by Nikki Giovanni
• "Visions of Paradise" by Sandra Cisneros

About the Contributors

The contributors to The Florida Reader: Visions of Paradise are some of the most talented writers in the state. They include:

• Michael Gannon is a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and the author of several books on Florida history.
• Karen L. Bevis is a professor of anthropology at the University of Florida and the author of several books on Florida culture.
• Dale Pierce is a journalist and the author of several books on Florida people.
• Randy Wayne White is a novelist and the author of several books set in Florida.
• Ernest Hemingway is one of the most famous American writers of the 20th century and the author of several novels and short stories set in Florida.
• Zora Neale Hurston was a novelist, folklorist, and anthropologist who wrote about African American life in Florida.
• Shirley Jackson was a novelist and short story writer known for her dark and suspenseful stories.
• James Baldwin was a novelist, essayist, playwright, and poet who wrote about the experiences of African Americans in the United States.
• Langston Hughes was a poet, social activist, and playwright who wrote about the experiences of African Americans in the United States.
• Maya Angelou was a poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist who wrote about the experiences of African Americans in the United States.
• Nikki Giovanni is a poet, writer, and activist who writes about the experiences of African Americans in the United States.
• Sandra Cisneros is a novelist and short story writer who writes about the experiences of Mexican Americans in the United States.

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The Florida Reader: Visions of Paradise

by Insight Guides

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	5307 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	270 pages

FREE