Miami, one of the most popular cities in Florida, is seen through 338 images, including over 140 pairs of "Past and Present" views featuring vintage postcards and modern day photographs. Many of Miami's early structures remain, but in dramatically different settings: the Miami News Tower, City Hall, Fort Dallas, and Olympic Theater. Tour the famous pier 5 and the Bayside Marketplace. Stroll Flagler Street, Biscayne Boulevard, and South Beach's Ocean Drive. Colourful text provides insight to the areas history. This is a journey into the past for both residents who remember Miami's early days and those who are new to Miami, as well as being a great resource for historical buffs. AUTHOR: Donald Spencer is an internationally known educator and writer. He has written several books about Florida's history that feature vintage postcards, which he has been collecting for the past forty years.
333 colour & 5 b/w images.