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FLORIDA TRAILS
TO MY MOTHER
ILLUSTRATIONS
FLORIDA TRAILS - CHAPTER I GOING SOUTH WITH THE WARBLERS
CHAPTER II CERTAIN SOUTHERN BUTTERFLIES
CHAPTER III ALONG THE RIVER MARGIN
CHAPTER IV BIRDS OF A MORNING
CHAPTER V ’TWIXT ORANGE GROVE AND SWAMP
CHAPTER VI JASMINE AND CHEROKEE ROSES
A quiet, sun‑kissed journey unfolds as the author follows Florida’s Atlantic spine from Jacksonville down to Key West during the cooler months of November through April. The narrative blends personal observation with vivid photographs, inviting listeners to imagine warblers drifting over river bends, orange groves swaying in gentle breezes, and the steady hum of riverboats along the Indian River. Along the way the guide notes the subtle changes in wildlife—fluttering butterflies, nesting herons, and the occasional glide of a tarpon—painting a portrait of a landscape that feels both familiar and wild.
Each chapter reads like a stop on a leisurely road trip, from frost‑tinged mornings in St. Augustine to the swampy savannas east of Lake Okeechobee, offering glimpses of historic towns, pine‑filtered light, and the quiet rhythms of coastal life. The tone stays relaxed and observant, encouraging listeners to savor the seasonal textures of the peninsula without rushing toward any grand climax. It’s a gently paced travelogue that celebrates the simple, enduring beauty of Florida’s winter shoreline.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (383K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Steve Mattern, Chuck greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2021-08-12
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1862–1943
A New England naturalist and journalist, he turned close observation of woods, birds, and country paths into warm, inviting prose. His books blend outdoor travel, literary curiosity, and a steady affection for the landscapes around him.
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