University Press of Florida Gatorbytes, Nature & Environment

Learn about Florida’s New Chief Science Officer in UF Press Gatorbytes

On Monday, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that University of Florida scientist Dr. Tom Frazer will serve as Florida’s first Chief Science Officer. In his new position, Frazer will lead efforts to address some of the state's most critical environmental challenges, including red tide and harmful algal blooms, which have impacted millions of Floridians, says Jack … Continue reading Learn about Florida’s New Chief Science Officer in UF Press Gatorbytes

University Press of Florida Florida

Q&A with Cathy Salustri, author of Backroads of Paradise

Backroads of Paradise and all other titles are still available through the end of the week in our holiday sale. Apply code XM17 at checkout to receive discount pricing and $1 per book shipping. Last year, we published  Cathy Salustri's Backroads of Paradise: A Journey to Rediscover Old Florida. The book received attention in national media, … Continue reading Q&A with Cathy Salustri, author of Backroads of Paradise

University Press of Florida Gatorbytes, Science & Technology

Gatorbytes Behind-the-Story: Microbes to Ecosystems

In April 2015, the University of Florida and the University Press of Florida launched Gatorbytes, a digital book series following the innovative research taking place at UF. Intended to pique the interests of the intellectually curious and to share the stories behind the discoveries being made at UF, the books are written by professional journalists.  “They know how … Continue reading Gatorbytes Behind-the-Story: Microbes to Ecosystems

University Press of Florida Distributed by University Press of Florida, Gardening, Nature & Environment, Publication Announcement

Trees

This sturdy, pocket-sized field guide is designed for landscape professionals, arborists, naturalists, gardeners, and anyone seeking to know the trees around them. Full color photographs of leaves, bark, flowers and full trees, together with clear descriptions make identifying trees easier than ever. The 180 trees include native, introduced, and invasive species and are arranged by … Continue reading Trees

University Press of Florida Gardening, Nature & Environment, Publication Announcement

Flora of Florida, Volume IV

Praise for volumes I, II, and III “An invaluable source. . . . Wunderlin's guide brings together his years of work with the flora of Florida.”—Choice “An extremely valuable reference for professional biologists, naturalists, natural resource managers, and plant lovers.”—Economic Botany “A monumental undertaking and a definitive and up-to-date treatise on Florida's dicotyledons. There is … Continue reading Flora of Florida, Volume IV

University Press of Florida Art, Architecture, & Photography, Sale

Miami Architecture FLASH SALE

Celebrate the 100th birthday of Alfred Browning Parker! A principal leader of the “Coconut Grove School” of tropical organic architecture, and attaining an almost rock star-like status in his home city of Miami, Parker’s influence has been felt throughout the United States and the Caribbean. Drawing on local materials and the environment, his goal was utility and … Continue reading Miami Architecture FLASH SALE