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Florissant
by John A. Wright Sr.The first civil government in Florissant was established in 1786, three years before the United States adopted its constitution and George Washington was elected the country's first president. French farmers and fur trappers looked upon the land and called it the "Valle Fleurissant"-which is to say, "the flowering or fertile valley." The community remained small until after World War II. Between 1950 and 1980, the population grew from 3,737 to 76,754. Today the community strives to preserve its proud heritage and build on the strength of its diverse population. The historic images in this book illustrate the city's founding and development, from the first French settlers to the post World War II building boom to the exciting new city of today.
Flowers, Guns, and Money: Joel Roberts Poinsett and the Paradoxes of American Patriotism (American Beginnings, 1500-1900)
by Lindsay Schakenbach RegeleA fascinating historical account of a largely forgotten statesman, who pioneered a form of patriotism that left an indelible mark on the early United States. Joel Roberts Poinsett’s (1779–1851) brand of self-interested patriotism illuminates the paradoxes of the antebellum United States. He was a South Carolina investor and enslaver, a confidant of Andrew Jackson, and a secret agent in South America who fought surreptitiously in Chile’s War for Independence. He was an ambitious Congressman and Secretary of War who oversaw the ignominy of the Trail of Tears and orchestrated America’s longest and costliest war against Native Americans, yet also helped found the Smithsonian. In addition, he was a naturalist, after whom the poinsettia—which he appropriated while he was serving as the first US ambassador to Mexico—is now named. As Lindsay Schakenbach Regele shows in Flowers, Guns, and Money, Poinsett personified a type of patriotism that emerged following the American Revolution, one in which statesmen served the nation by serving themselves, securing economic prosperity and military security while often prioritizing their own ambitions and financial interests. Whether waging war, opposing states’ rights yet supporting slavery, or pushing for agricultural and infrastructural improvements in his native South Carolina, Poinsett consistently acted in his own self-interest. By examining the man and his actions, Schakenbach Regele reveals an America defined by opportunity and violence, freedom and slavery, and nationalism and self-interest.
Floyd County (Images of America)
by Bobby G. McelweeFloyd County, Georgia, located in the picturesquenorthwest Georgia mountains, has a long and fascinating written history that stretches back to 1540 and the Spanish explorers of that era. The Mississippian, Creek, and Cherokee Nations preceded the arrival of Europeans to the area. Soon after, industry and commercial agriculture began to flourish, and in 1845, riverboats began carrying products down the Coosa River from Floyd County to Mobile, Alabama.
Flugangst einfach überwinden: Wie Sie die Angst vor Flugreisen selbst in den Griff kriegen
by James ChristiansenLassen Sie sich von Ihrer Flugangst nicht das Leben vermiesen! Schüttelt es Sie bei dem Gedanken daran, in ein Flugzeug zu steigen? Verpassen Sie Schönes und Wichtiges in Ihrem Leben, weil Sie Angst vorm Fliegen haben? Lernen Sie jetzt, Ihre Flugangst zu überwinden! Flugangst ist ein weit verbreitetes Phänomen. Als Sie das letzte Mal geflogen sind, saßen ganz sicher mehr als eine Handvoll ängstlicher Passagiere um Sie herum! Im schlimmsten Fall bringen Sie keine zehn Pferde dazu, auch nur einen Fuß in ein Flugzeug zu setzen. Aber auch leichte Fälle von Aviophobie (Flugangst) können Ferien- und Geschäftsflüge zur Qual machen. Dieses Buch will Ihnen dabei helfen, Ihr Angstproblem zu lösen – damit Sie Ihr Leben wieder uneingeschränkt genießen können! Flugangst kann besiegt werden! Dieses eBook wird Ihnen dabei helfen, Ihre Angst zu überwinden! Das alles steckt drin: 1. Fakten über das Fliegen, die sicherste Art zu Reisen – Wissen ist Macht 2. Ablenkungsmanöver – Denken Sie an andere Dinge als die Angst 3. Vertrauen in die Profis fassen – Sie sind gut aufgehoben 4. Tipps für das perfekte Flugerlebnis (die besten Sitze, die größten Flugzeuge gegen Turbulenzen etc.) einschließlich des besten Online-Sitzplatzfinders! 5. Die Angst direkt konfrontieren und überwinden Jeder Tag, an dem Sie Ihre Flugangst beherrscht, ist einer zu viel. Lassen Sie sich nicht von Ihrer Angst die Flügel stutzen. Lernen Sie, angstfrei zu fliegen – mit den Methoden in diesem Buch. JETZT durchstarten!
Flushing
by Jason D. AntosIn the 1890s, electric lighting and improved roads were just the beginning of the changes about to take place in Flushing, New York. Once a rural village of wide-open farms and magnificent estates, Flushing transformed into a community of more than 200,000 people and quickly became one of the busiest neighborhoods in Queens. Flushing explores these dramatic changes with many never-before-seen images. Jason D. Antos is the author of three other local history books: Whitestone, Shea Stadium, and Queens.
Fly-Fishing for Sharks
by Richard LouvFor three years, journalist Richard Louv listened to America by going fishing with Americans. Doing what many of us dream of, he traveled from the Atlantic to the Pacific, from trout waters east and west to bass waters north and south. Fly-Fishing for Sharks is the result of his journey, a portrait of America on the water, fishing rod in hand. To explore the cultures of fishing, Louv joined a bass tournament on Lake Erie and got a casting lesson from fly-fishing legend Joan Wulff He angled with corporate executives in Montana and fly-fished for sharks in California. He spent time with fishing-boat captains in Florida, the regulars who fish New York City's Hudson River, and a river witch in Colorado. He teamed secrets of fishing and living from steelheaders in the Northwest, Bass'n Gals in Texas, and an ice-fisher in the North Woods. Along the way, he heard from one of Hemingway's sons what it was like to fish with Papa and from Robert Kennedy, Jr., how fishing changed his fife. As he describes the eccentricities, obsessions, and tribulations of dedicated anglers, he also uncovers the values that unite them. He reveals the healing qualities of fishing, how it binds the generations, how the angling business has grown, and how the future of fishing is threatened. But most of all, Fly-Fishing for Sharks is about the unforgettable characters Louv meets on the water and the stories they tell. From them, Louv learns about our changing relationship with nature, about a hidden America -- and about himself.
Fly-Fishing the 41st: From Connecticut to Mongolia and Home Again—A Fisherman's Oddesy
by James Prosek“James Prosek has eloquently demonstrated that angling is a kind of universal language. . . . he has taken us on an unforgettable journey.” — Thomas McGuane, author of The Cadence of Grass and The Longest Silence: A Life in FishingThe New York Times has called James Prosek "the Audubon of the fishing world," and in Fly-Fishing the 41st, he uses his talent for descriptive writing to illuminate an astonishing adventure. Beginning in his hometown of Easton, Connecticut, Prosek circumnavigates the globe along the 41st parallel, traveling through Spain, Greece, Turkey, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan, China, and Japan. Along the way he shares some of the best fishing in the world with a host of wonderfully eccentric and memorable characters.
Fly High, Fly Guy! (Fly Guy #5)
by Tedd ArnoldMom and Dad won't let Fly Guy go along on the family road trip because they're afraid he'll get lost. But when Dad accidentally shuts him in the trunk, Fly Guy goes along for the ride. <P><P>First Fly Guy gets lost at the picnic site, but he shows up in the garbage can. Then he gets lost at the art museum, but he shows up as part of a modern painting. At the beach, he turns up in a shell, and at the amusement park, on Buzz's hot dog (yuck!). Then, Dad can't figure out how to get home, and the whole family is lost -- until Fly Guy leads the way! Picture descriptions present.
Fly on the Wall
by Remy LaiIn Fly on the Wall, a moving and hilarious diary-style illustrated novel from the award-winning author of Pie in the Sky, a twelve-year-old boy goes on a (forbidden) solo adventure halfway around the world to prove his independence to his overprotective family. <P><P>Henry Khoo's family treats him like a baby. He’s not allowed to go anywhere without his sister/chaperone/bodyguard. And he definitely CAN’T take a journey halfway around the world all by himself! <P><P>But that’s exactly his plan. After his family’s annual trip to visit his father in Singapore is cancelled, Henry decides he doesn’t want to be cooped up at home with his overprotective family and BFF turned NRFF (Not Really Friend Forever). Plus, he’s hiding a your-life-is-over-if-you’re-caught secret: he’s the creator of an anonymous gossip cartoon, and he's on the verge of getting caught. Determined to prove his independence and avoid punishment for his crimes, Henry embarks on the greatest adventure everrr. . . hoping it won’t turn into the greatest disaster ever. Remy Lai takes readers on an adventure filled with humor, heart, and hijinks that’s a sure bet for fans of Jerry Craft, Terri Libenson, and Shannon Hale!
Fly Solo
by Williamson Teresa RodriguezThere's a whole big world out there. Here's how every woman can get out and conquer it-solo. This is an inspiring guide for women who want to "fly solo"-yet stay safe, sane, and solvent during their travels. With candid advice and insider's secrets about some of the most exciting places on earth, readers will find: - A quiz to help determine what sorts of trips best suit one's personality, interests, and goals - The essential female-friendly spots every woman should visit - Why each destination is perfect for solo travelers, important foreign phrases, what to pack, what shoes to wear, special events, historical facts, where to meet the global glitterati, and a list of the top ten things women must do while visiting - Where to eat, meet, party, people watch, sunbathe, soul-search, shop, spa, frolic, photograph, and more Whether surfing in Hawaii, strolling the cobblestone streets of St. Petersburg, drinking in Dublin, or swimming with dolphins in the Caribbean, women can take on the world and create lasting memories with the best travel companion ever-themselves! .
The Fly Trap
by Thomas Teal Fredrik SjöbergA Nature Book of the Year (The Times (UK))"The hoverflies are only props. No, not only, but to some extent. Here and there, my story is about something else." A mesmerizing memoir of extraordinary brilliance by an entomologist, The Fly Trap chronicles Fredrik Sjöberg's life collecting hoverflies on a remote island in Sweden. Warm and humorous, self-deprecating and contemplative, and a major best seller in its native country, The Fly Trap is a meditation on the unexpected beauty of small things and an exploration of the history of entomology itself. What drives the obsessive curiosity of collectors to catalog their finds? What is the importance of the hoverfly? As confounded by his unusual vocation as anyone, Sjöberg reflects on a range of ideas--the passage of time, art, lost loves--drawing on sources as disparate as D. H. Lawrence and the fascinating and nearly forgotten naturalist René Edmond Malaise. From the wilderness of Kamchatka to the loneliness of the Swedish isle he calls home, Sjöberg revels in the wonder of the natural world and leaves behind a trail of memorable images and stories.From the Hardcover edition.
Flying Cloud: The True Story of America's Most Famous Clipper Ship and the Woman Who Guided Her
by David W. ShawFlying Cloud is the riveting and thoroughly researched tale of a truly unforgettable sea voyage during the days of the California gold rush. In 1851, navigator Eleanor Creesy set sail on the maiden voyage of the clipper ship Flying Cloud, traveling from New York to San Francisco in only 89 days. This swift passage set a world record that went unbroken for more than a century. Upon arrival in San Francisco, Flying Cloud became an enduring symbol of a young nation's daring frontier spirit. Illustrated with original maps and charts as well as historical photographs, Shaw's compelling narrative captures the drama of this thrilling adventure.In a position almost unheard of for a woman in the mid-19th century, Eleanor Creesy served as the ship's navigator. With only the sun, planets, and stars to guide her, she brought Flying Cloud safely around Cape Horn at the height of a winter blizzard, faced storms, dodged shoals, and found her way through calms to make the swift passage possible. Along with her husband, Josiah, the ship's captain, she sailed the mighty 3-masted clipper through 16,000 miles of the fiercest, most unpredictable oceans in the world.Shaw vividly recreates 19th-century seafaring conditions and customs, for both the crew and the passengers who entrusted their fate to an untested ship. Including excerpts from letters and diaries of passengers, Shaw recounts Flying Cloud's victory in the face of adversity—including sabotage, insubordination, and severe damage to the clipper's mainmast that might have sunk her with all hands lost. But the ship triumphed and would ultimately sail the world. Flying Cloud brings to life, for the first time, the glory of one of America's most important seafaring tales and one woman's incredible achievements.
Flying High
by Rachel Kramer Bussel Alison TylerThis red-hot guide to getting it on at 30,000 feet will have readers racing to the ticket counter so they too can be Flying High. Editor Rachel Kramer Bussel presents scintillating stories of one-flight-stand seductions by strangers, frisky flight attendants, pent-up pilots, an exhibitionist screen star who's hot to trot, a female flying instructor who takes two male students under her wing, and a couple who take advantage of the latest in-flight technology. Featuring arousing new works by Alison Tyler, Thomas, S. Roche, Elizabeth Coldwell, and many more, Flying High is sure to make anyone a frequent flyer!
Flying, No Fear!: Conquer Your Fear of Flying
by Adrian Akers-Douglas George GeorgiouWritten by an airline pilot and a clinical psychologist, this combination of practical explanation and self-help techniques is the definitive guide to help anyone overcome their fear of flying. This new edition incorporates recent advances in technology within the aviation industry, as well as increased security checks as a result of 9/11.
Flying, No Fear!: Conquer Your Fear of Flying
by Adrian Akers-Douglas George GeorgiouWritten by an airline pilot and a clinical psychologist, this combination of practical explanation and self-help techniques is the definitive guide to help anyone overcome their fear of flying. This new edition incorporates recent advances in technology within the aviation industry, as well as increased security checks as a result of 9/11.
Fodor's 100 Hotel Awards 2012
by Fodor'S TravelThe definitive ebook for the Fodor’s 100 Hotel Awards captures the top properties in the world for 2012. The selections span 41 countries, showcasing exemplary properties that range from a modern lodge in the Ecuadorian cloud forest to a waterfront palace in Istanbul once home to Ottoman sultans. Awards are grouped into eight exciting categories that represent the strongest travel currents of 2012, from Global Icons that help define their destinations to Trendsetter properties that are pioneering new hospitality concepts. We're confident that this collection of 100 remarkable hotels will lead to many inspired stays in the year ahead. We’ll look forward to seeing you at check-in.
Fodor's 1001 Smart Travel Tips
by Fodor'sFODOR'S EDITORS, WRITERS, AND READERS SHARE INSIGHTS Want to travel like a pro? Now you can—whether you're flying off to Europe, cruising the Caribbean, or driving across the USA. Online resources, on-the-ground contacts, tried-and-true strategies, and quirky pearls of wisdom make it easy to pick a place, book a trip, and get around like a local. Save Money Pay less for flights, hotel rooms, car rentals • Ask the right questions when you book • Get the most from online travel sites • See resolutions from complaints Stay Safe Navigate airport security • Avoid local scams • Hold on to your wits (and your belongings) anywhere in the world • Steer clear of tummy troubles • Eliminate road-trip risks Travel Smart Pick the perfect destination • Get a passport overnight • Pack right for all trips • Take airport delays in stride • Score last-minute tables and rooms with a view • Avoid cultural faux pas Resources Galore Top travel Web sites for bookings and bargains • Tourism boards and other travel sources • Packing checklists
Fodor's Alaska
by Fodor'sAlaska is a trip of a lifetime. Nowhere else can travelers kayak to glaciers; fly over the highest peak in North America; wonder at the Aurora Borealis; stay out all night celebrating the midnight sun; visit quirly towns; spot bears, eagles, moose, and whales; and learn the true meaning of the word "remote"--all in the same trip. Fodor's Alaska makes it easy to create a perfect trip from start to finish.
Fodor's Alaska 2013
by Fodor'sAlaska is a trip of a lifetime. Nowhere else can you kayak to glaciers; fly over the highest peak in North America; wonder at the Aurora Borealis; stay out all night celebrating the midnight sun; visit quirky towns; spot bear, eagles, moose, and whales; and learn the true meaning of the word remote all in the same trip.Expanded Coverage: More regional itineraries to help first-time visitors plan their perfect trip. Discerning Recommendations: Fodor's Alaska offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. "Word of Mouth" quotes from fellow travelers provide valuable insights.TripAdvisor Reviews: Our experts' hotel selections are reinforced by the latest customer feedback from TripAdvisor. Travelers can book their Alaska stay with confidence, as only the best properties make the cut.
Fodor's The Amalfi Coast, Capri & Naples
by Fodor'sFodor's correspondents highlight the best of the region, including boat tours around Capri, the scenic glory of the breathtaking Amalfi Drive, and the historic streets of Naples. Our local experts vet every recommendation to ensure you make the most of your time, whether it's your first trip or your fifth. MUST-SEE ATTRACTIONS from Positano to Sorrento PERFECT HOTELS for every budget BEST RESTAURANTS to satisfy a range of tastes GORGEOUS FEATURES on baroque art and Neapolitan cuisine VALUABLE TIPS on when to go and ways to save INSIDER PERSPECTIVE from local experts COLOR PHOTOS AND MAPS to inspire and guide your tripAmalfi coastline and Ancient Pompeii, giving travelers an unparalleled sense of the Amalfi Coast, Capri, and Naples. Other illustrated features provide an in-depth examination of the food and wine of the region, making it easy to savor the local delicacies. ESSENTIAL TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS: Each chapter opens with four pages that include a map, "Top Reasons to Go" and other essential information to help visitors plan time and vacation details effectively. DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fodor's Amalfi Coast, Capri, and Naples offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. "Word of Mouth" quotes from fellow travelers provide valuable insights. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts.
Fodor's The Amalfi Coast, Capri & Naples
by Fodor'S Travel Guides<P>Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for more than 80 years. Abundant color photos, combined with thorough coverage, bring one of Italy's most beautiful destinations to dazzling life. The Bay of Naples and neighboring Amalfi Coast epitomize southern Italy at its best: in one concentrated area travelers find spectacular natural beauty, world-class art, rich history, and that quintessential Italian zest for living. <P>This travel guide includes: <br>· Dozens of full-color maps <br>· Hundreds of hotel and restaurant recommendations, with Fodor's Choice designating our top picks <br>· Major sights such as Pompeii, Positano and the Temples of Paestum <br>· Coverage of The Amalfi Coast; Capri, Ischia and Procida; Sorrento and the Sorrentine Peninsula; The Bay of Naples and Naples <P>Planning to visit more of Italy? Check out Fodor's country-wide travel guide to Italy.
Fodor's Amsterdam
by Fodor'sAmsterdam's greatest charm may also be its greatest enigma: how can such a gracious, historical treasure house also multitask as the most offbeat metropolis in the world? From Rembrandts to rock and roll, the city has always been a mesmerizing mix of old and new. Now, as this new edition reveals, Amsterdam and the entire Netherlands is being dramatically revamped for the 21st century by artisanal trendmakers, designers, star chefs, and future-forward architects. Fodor's curated coverage includes the best of the country beyond Amsterdam, including Haarlem, the Hague, Delft, and Rotterdam. Expanded Coverage: The year 2013 will be a banner one for Amsterdam, as two top museums will unveil massive renovations: the Rijksmuseum (home of Rembrandt's Nightwatch) and the Stedelijk (a modern-art collection). New write-ups showcase the city's hip "outlier" neighborhoods: North Amsterdam, the Eastern Drydocks, and the gentrifying De Wallen "Red Light" district. The dining chapter dishes on the burgeoning school of Amsterdam cuisine (turbot on a bed of beetroot and sea nettles, anyone?), and a "Netherlands Today" section focuses on high-profile topics such as the changes for "vice visitors" (laws concerning sex and drugs), contemporary design, and immigration. Illustrated Features: Packed with gorgeous color photos, this new edition will add images of iconic recent Amsterdam buildings, such as the Nemo science center designed by Renzo Piano, the ARCAM center for architecture, and Delugan Meissl's Eye Film Institute, along with new design-centric hotels such as the Conservatorium and the Andaz Amsterdam. A two-page feature presents top Dutch designers.Discerning Recommendations: This edition offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor's Choice designates our "best picks," from hotels to nightlife and beyond. "Word of Mouth" quotes provide valuable insights from fellow travelers.
Fodor's Antigua & Montserrat
by Fodor'sGet inspired and plan your next trip with Fodor's ebook travel guide to Antigua and Montserrat. Easy navigation makes it simple for you to move through each section of the ebook with a simple touch. To get your bearings, browse a brief overview and peruse full-color maps of the islands. You'll immediately develop a sense of each island's awe-inspiring beauty as you flip through a vivid full-color photo album. Read more about the islands and find all of the essential, up-to-date details you expect in a Fodor's guide: From the best dining and lodging to top beaches and attractions, Fodor's has it all. Discover three great Caribbean islands in one ebook. At 108 square miles, Antigua is the largest of the British Leeward Islands and with its sister island Barbuda comprises 365 excellent beaches, one for every day of the year. Although the Soufrière Hills volcano continues to rumble in Montserrat, the island is otherwise as peaceful as the Caribbean gets--almost a throwback to another time, with the occasional modern convenience thrown in. Fodor's helps you unleash the possibilities of travel with the insightful tools you need to experience the trips you want. Plan your ideal trip armed with the assurance of our expertise, the guarantee of selectivity, and the choice details that define a destination. Note: This ebook edition includes photographs and maps that will appear on black-and-white devices but are optimized for devices that support full-color images.
Fodor's Argentina
by Fodor'sFodor's correspondents highlight the best of Argentina, including Buenos Aires's cultural riches, Mendoza's scenic wine valleys, and Patagonia's rugged beauty. Our local experts vet every recommendation to ensure you make the most of your time, whether it's your first trip or your fifth. MUST-SEE ATTRACTIONS from Iguazú Falls to the Lake District PERFECT HOTELS for every budget BEST RESTAURANTS to satisfy a range of tastes GORGEOUS FEATURES on tango, gauchos, and wine VALUABLE TIPS on when to go and ways to save INSIDER PERSPECTIVE from local experts COLOR PHOTOS AND MAPS to inspire and guide your tripOOLS: Top Attractions, Great Itineraries, and Tango features make it easy to plan a vacation. Best bets charts for restaurants and hotels; easy-to-read color regional maps; and tips on Argentine wine, steak, markets, and sporting life give useful tools to dive into the culture.DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fodor's Argentina offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. INCLUDES: Buenos Aires, Mendoza, Salta, the Lake District, Iguazu Falls, Quebrada de Humahuaca, the wine regions, Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay, and Patagonia.ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts.
Fodor's Arizona & the Grand Canyon 2013
by Fodor'sTravelers continue to flock to Arizona to explore the outdoors and the state's three national parks, visit the outstanding museums and galleries, play golf, relax at world-class spa resorts, learn about Navajo and Hopi culture, eat Mexican food, and sample the tequila.Expanded Coverage: The 2013 edition features expanded coverage on spas and golf courses, highlighting features and amenities at these properties. There is also coverage of new restaurants and hotels in Phoenix and Tucson. Discerning Recommendations: Fodor's Arizona & the Grand Canyon offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. "Word of Mouth" quotes from fellow travelers provide valuable insights.TripAdvisor Reviews: Our experts' hotel selections are reinforced by the latest customer feedback from TripAdvisor. Travelers can book their Arizona stay with confidence, as only the best properties make the cut.