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Q&A with Gregory Enns, author of Cow Creek Chronicles

Cow Creek Chronicles by Gregory Enns explores the history of cattle ranching in Florida through the century-long saga of the Raulerson family, pioneers who moved south to Florida during the 1800s and built a cattle empire between Fort Pierce and Okeechobee. We asked Gregory Enns some questions about his new book, which we're sharing below. … Continue reading Q&A with Gregory Enns, author of Cow Creek Chronicles

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The Great Florida Road Trip, Part 1: The Everglades

In Backroads of Paradise: A Journey to Rediscover Old Florida, Cathy Salustri takes readers on a 5,000-mile road trip from the panhandle to the Keys. Salustri retraces historic routes that used to be main roads back in the 1930s, before Florida’s interstates were built. Intrigued? Read the book and follow the author’s latest travels on her … Continue reading The Great Florida Road Trip, Part 1: The Everglades

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Q & A With Robert S. Voss, Editor of A Pioneer Son at Sea

Filled with colorful personalities and fascinating fishing stories, A Pioneer Son at Sea: Fishing Tales of Old Florida recounts the early fishing days of celebrated marine biologist Gilbert Voss as he travels up and down both coasts of Florida throughout the Great Depression and World War II. The book is edited by Voss's son Robert, who is … Continue reading Q & A With Robert S. Voss, Editor of A Pioneer Son at Sea

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A Pioneer Son at Sea

In A Pioneer Son at Sea: Fishing Tales of Old Florida, edited by Robert S. Voss, celebrated marine biologist Gilbert Voss recounts his early days of fishing on both coasts of the state during the Great Depression and World War II. We are excited to be publishing this book today! . “An outstanding piece of Florida fishing history by one … Continue reading A Pioneer Son at Sea