History of St. Augustine: Whimsically Illustrated Account Of North America's Oldest City

In continuous paperback publication since 1991 and still the most popular widely-read guidebook to St. Augustine.Written by popular former tour guide Jessie Love it includes all the fascinating facts people on his tours exclaimed they enjoyed so much. It is now available as an eBook as well!The beautiful town of St. Augustine Florida is the oldest continuously occupied city in North America. Founded in 1565 by Pedro Menendez of Spain it predates the Pilgrims at Plymouth rock by 42 years and the English settlement at Jamestown by 55 years. Its old town section with many classic stone and log pole buildings in excellent condition and its magnificent Spanish fort the Castillo San Marcos dating from 1672 herald St. Augustine as one of the most amazingly preserved historical towns in North AmericaThe History of St. Augustine is a highly enjoyable book to read. As one person complimented If history were this fun in school it would be everyones favorite subject. Taking a unique approach it leaves out all of the accounts of politics which take up 80% of a usual history book. What remains are all of the exciting and interesting parts of history- the wars treachery battles plagues hurricanes pestilences uprisings fires and pirates! Plus insights into the fascinating characters of St. Augustine including Spaniards French English Native Americans and others.Making this wonderful little history book even more entertaining it is filled with whimsical cartoons loosely related to the historical narrative. Funny to both kids and adults each cartoon also conveys a message about the unique history of marvelous St. Augustine Florida.Some of the compliments given to the History of St. Augustine by notable locals and famous visitors from its first printing in 1991: Never has history been so delightful. It was a great pleasure to obtain so many facts about St. Augustine without making it an all consuming involvement of my time. Jill Stawicki Feature Film Art Department CoordinatorGreat book! It presents history in such an interesting way that my young daughter enjoyed it as much as I did. Gary Greene Conch House Marina ManagerI have never read a more succinct and funny account of history. Lets have a lot more. Jack Blackman Art Director for many Hollywood movies London EnglandWow! Leaving out the politics while serving a history full of battles pestilences hurricanes and cultural clashes topped with a liberal spice of humor. It makes a great recipe and a great book.Susan Middleton Author Atlanta GAFun and educational. A lovely book on the little town of St. Augustine. Steve Stangle St. Johns County LibrarianVery enjoyable with enough humorous history to keep all ages interested and entertained from beginning till end. George Harrison Bridge of Lions SupervisorTotal enjoyment. I laughed. I learned. I loved it. Hurry and write a book like this for New York City. Ill be the first one in line to buy it. Mike Cirillo Visitor from NYC New York