Download or read book Miami Beach written by Horacio Silva and published by Assouline Publishing. This book was released on 2020-10-01 with total page 6 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Considered by many as the country’s most dynamic, fastest growing and sexiest city, Miami is more popular than ever before. Yet, it is a city that doesn’t merely change but evolves, never rewriting the past, just adding to its illustrious heritage. And this is the real beauty of Miami. The chic Surf Club and the vibrant Faena Hotel did not replace the emblematic Raleigh of the 1940s nor the Ritz Carlton of the 50s, rather they complement them. Classics like Joe’s Stone Crab continue to serve their signature fare to sell-out crowds each night, as new establishments attract with name chefs. The iconic art deco architecture remains on full display as the modern Herzog & de Meuron-designed Perez Art Museum stands in stark contrast. Replete with arts and culture year round from the international art at The Bass to the street art of Wynwood Walls, each December, the city is taken over by the global cultural elite for Art Basel Miami Beach, a fair that attracts over 80,000 visitors who turn out for the momentous art, such as Maurizio Cattelan’s show stopping “Comedian”, and the exuberant festivities hosted each evening.
Download or read book Miami U S A written by Helen Muir and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A clipped, anecdotal style distinguishes this history of Miami, originally published in 1953 but now updated through the Orange Bowl Parade of 1990. The text includes comments and stories about the Cuban and South American emigrations, the 1980s boom, drug craziness, the European fascination for Miami, the destruction of natural beauty, the chaos of inner-city living, and the residents--the author for one--both native and newcomers, who could never call another city "home." Chatty, factual, and personal, this is a not-to-be-missed slice of southern living. The photos are by Masud and Najam Quraishy. Bibliography; index. --Cynthia Ogorek.
Download or read book Miami FL Travel Guide A Tour of the Neighborhoods Florida USA eBook written by Baktash Vafaei and published by StateGuides. This book was released on with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The warm Florida sun caresses your skin as you step off the plane and breathe in the air of salt and sea. Welcome to Miami, the gateway to the tropics and one of the most popular destinations in the United States. The city is known for its glittering skyline, palm-fringed beaches, Latin culture, and vibrant nightlife. As soon as you stay here, you will be captured by the energy and vibrancy of the city. Miami is also a major port and hub for cruise ships. Many tourists start their cruise through the Caribbean and the Bahamas here. When you arrive in Miami, there are so many things to do and discover. A stroll through the Art Deco Historic District in the South Beach neighborhood is a must. Here you can admire the iconic pastel-colored buildings that were erected in the 1920s and 1930s. Another highlight is a boat tour of Biscayne Bay, where you can admire the Miami skyline and the mansions of the rich and famous. Or you can just relax on the famous South Beach and enjoy the crystal clear water and the white sandy beach. Miami is also known for its cuisine. The city has a lively Latin American cuisine and a Floridian cuisine with fresh seafood. Be sure to try the Cuban coffee and empanadas, a popular Latin pastry. There is so much to discover and do in Miami. Welcome to the city where the sun shines all year round and life is enjoyed to the fullest. A book about the most beautiful places in Miami and what there is to see and do for vacationers. The focus is on the city's beaches, nightlife and cultural diversity. In addition, the best restaurants, hotels and shopping opportunities are discussed.
Download or read book Bachour written by Antonio Bachour and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book USA Miami Beach and Florida written by and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Miami Travel Guide written by Daniel Windsor and published by Interactive Media Licensing. This book was released on 2024-06-17 with total page 29 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Miami, the vibrant jewel of Florida, beckons visitors with its unique blend of sun-kissed beaches, cultural diversity, and pulsating nightlife. Nestled on the southeastern tip of the Sunshine State, Miami boasts a captivating allure that draws millions of tourists from around the globe each year. This coastal metropolis is renowned not only for its tropical climate but also for its dynamic fusion of Latin American and Caribbean influences, reflected in its food, music, and lively atmosphere. One of Miami's most iconic features is its stunning coastline, adorned with pristine sandy beaches like South Beach and Miami Beach. Here, turquoise waters lap against powdery shores, inviting sun-seekers to relax under swaying palm trees or engage in water sports ranging from jet skiing to paddleboarding. The beachfront promenades bustle with activity, offering everything from trendy cafes to chic boutiques, making it a perfect blend of relaxation and urban vibrancy. Beyond its beaches, Miami thrives as a cultural melting pot, evident in neighborhoods like Little Havana and Little Haiti, where visitors can savor authentic Cuban coffee or explore vibrant street art. The city's art scene flourishes at institutions like the Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) and Wynwood Walls, an open-air gallery showcasing murals by renowned artists from around the world. Miami's rich cultural tapestry is also celebrated during events like Art Basel Miami Beach, a prestigious art fair that attracts collectors and creators alike. In the evenings, Miami transforms into a playground for nightlife enthusiasts, with lively bars, chic lounges, and world-class restaurants lining the streets of South Beach and Downtown. From savoring fresh seafood with ocean views to dancing the night away to Latin rhythms, Miami offers an electrifying nocturnal experience that caters to every taste and preference. Moreover, Miami's allure extends beyond leisure, with its booming economy driven by sectors like finance, trade, and tourism. The city's strategic location as a gateway between North America and Latin America has fostered a diverse business environment, attracting multinational corporations and entrepreneurs alike. Whether you're lounging on the beach, exploring colorful neighborhoods, or immersing yourself in the city's pulsating nightlife, Miami promises an unforgettable experience. Its seamless blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and economic vitality ensures that visitors and residents alike are captivated by its charm year-round. Miami is not just a destination; it's a vibrant mosaic of sun, sand, and sophistication that invites you to indulge in its irresistible allure.
Download or read book Black Miami in the Twentieth Century written by Marvin Dunn and published by University Press of Florida. This book was released on 1997-11-19 with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first book devoted to the history of African Americans in south Florida and their pivotal role in the growth and development of Miami, Black Miami in the Twentieth Century traces their triumphs, drudgery, horrors, and courage during the first 100 years of the city's history. Firsthand accounts and over 130 photographs, many of them never published before, bring to life the proud heritage of Miami's black community. Beginning with the legendary presence of black pirates on Biscayne Bay, Marvin Dunn sketches the streams of migration by which blacks came to account for nearly half the city’s voters at the turn of the century. From the birth of a new neighborhood known as "Colored Town," Dunn traces the blossoming of black businesses, churches, civic groups, and fraternal societies that made up the black community. He recounts the heyday of "Little Broadway" along Second Avenue, with photos and individual recollections that capture the richness and vitality of black Miami's golden age between the wars. A substantial portion of the book is devoted to the Miami civil rights movement, and Dunn traces the evolution of Colored Town to Overtown and the subsequent growth of Liberty City. He profiles voting rights, housing and school desegregation, and civil disturbances like the McDuffie and Lozano incidents, and analyzes the issues and leadership that molded an increasingly diverse community through decades of strife and violence. In concluding chapters, he assesses the current position of the community--its socioeconomic status, education issues, residential patterns, and business development--and considers the effect of recent waves of immigration from Latin America and the Caribbean. Dunn combines exhaustive research in regional media and archives with personal interviews of pioneer citizens and longtime residents in a work that documents as never before the life of one of the most important black communities in the United States.
Download or read book Miami U S A written by Helen Muir and published by . This book was released on 1953 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Place for Us written by Fatima Farheen Mirza and published by SJP for Hogarth. This book was released on 2018-06-12 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NATIONAL BOOK AWARD “5 UNDER 35” NOMINEE • NEW YORK’S “ONE BOOK, ONE NEW YORK” PICK Named One of the Best Books of the Year: Washington Post • NPR • People • Refinery29 • Parade • BuzzFeed “Mirza writes with a mercy that encompasses all things.”—Ron Charles, Washington Post Hailed as “a book for our times” (Christiane Amanpour), A Place for Us is a deeply moving and resonant story of love, identity, and belonging. As an Indian wedding gathers a family back together, parents Rafiq and Layla must reckon with the choices their children have made. There is Hadia: their headstrong, eldest daughter, whose marriage is a match of love and not tradition. Huda, the middle child, determined to follow in her sister’s footsteps. And lastly, their estranged son, Amar, who returns to the family fold for the first time in three years to take his place as brother of the bride. What secrets and betrayals have caused this close-knit family to fracture? Can Amar find his way back to the people who know and love him best? A Place for Us takes us back to the beginning of this family’s life: from the bonds that bring them together, to the differences that pull them apart. All the joy and struggle of family life is here, from Rafiq and Layla’s own arrival in America from India, to the years in which their children—each in their own way—tread between two cultures, seeking to find their place in the world, as well as a path home. A Place for Us is a book for our times: an astonishingly tender-hearted novel of identity and belonging, and a resonant portrait of what it means to be an American family today. It announces Fatima Farheen Mirza as a major new literary talent.
Download or read book Miami Beach in 1920 written by Abraham D. Lavender and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2002 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recognized for its poise and fashion, Miami Beach embodies the best elements of the new American city: cultural diversity, imaginative architecture, and dazzling scenery. In many aspects, Miami Beach is a metropolitan masterpiece, sculpted by the careful hands of visionary entrepreneurs against a magnificent coastal backdrop. The evolution of Miami Beach from a small, uninhabited strip of palmetto scrub and swamp into an internationally-renowned resort is a fascinating tale of human ingenuity, endurance, and foresight. A milestone in the city's development, the year 1920 marked many significant improvement, such as the new County Causeway bridge, and many "firsts" for the expanding hamlet, including the first electric trolley, the first automated telephone system, and its first post office building. Readers of all ages will be thoroughly entertained as they explore their Miami Beach of yesteryear: a time of Prohibition and bootlegging, grand hotels and lavish casinos, budding polo fields and golf courses, and the many distinct personalities that added color and life to this burgeoning town.
Download or read book Endourology written by Culley C. Carson and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Spanish in Miami written by Andrew Lynch and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2022-05-03 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spanish in Miami reveals the multifaceted ways in which the language is ideologically rescaled and sociolinguistically reconfigured in this global city. This book approaches Miami’s sociolinguistic situation from language ideological and critical cultural perspectives, combining extensive survey data with two decades of observations, interviews, and conversations with Spanish speakers from all sectors of the city. Tracing the advent of postmodernity in sociolinguistic terms, separate chapters analyze the changing ideological representation of Spanish in mass media during the late 20th century, its paradoxical (dis)continuity in the city’s social life, the political and economic dimensions of the Miami/Havana divide, the boundaries of language through the perceptual lens of Anglicisms, and the potential of South Florida—as part of the Caribbean—to inform our understanding of the highly complex present and future of Spanish in the United States. Spanish in Miami will be of interest to advanced students and researchers of Spanish, Sociolinguistics, and Latino Studies.
Download or read book Miami USA Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-06-10 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Miami is a major city in the south-eastern United States and the second most populous city in Florida. The Miami metropolitan area is the largest in the state with an estimated population of over 6.1 million (2017), which makes it the 7th most populous metro area in the United States. Although tourists generally consider Miami Beach to be part of Miami, it is its own municipality. Miami Beach sits on a barrier island east of Miami and Biscayne Bay. It is home to lots of beach resorts, and is one of the most popular spring break party destinations in the world. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.
Download or read book Making a Life in Multiethnic Miami written by Elizabeth M. Aranda and published by Lynne Rienner Pub. This book was released on 2014 with total page 367 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With some two million immigrants from Latin American and the Caribbean, Miami, Florida, boasts the highest proportion of foreign-born residents of any US city. Charting the rise of Miami as a global city, Elizabeth Aranda, Sallie Hughes, and Elena Sabogal provide a panoramic study of the changing dynamics of the immigration experience. The authors move easily between an analysis of global currents and personal narratives, examining the many factors that shape the decision to emigrate and the challenges faced in making a new home. Offering a wealth of new insights, their work demonstrates why Miami is such an exceptional laboratory for studying the social forces and local effects of globalization on the ground.
Download or read book A World More Concrete written by N.D.B. Connolly and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2014-08-25 with total page 405 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many people characterize urban renewal projects and the power of eminent domain as two of the most widely despised and often racist tools for reshaping American cities in the postwar period. In A World More Concrete, N. D. B. Connolly uses the history of South Florida to unearth an older and far more complex story. Connolly captures nearly eighty years of political and land transactions to reveal how real estate and redevelopment created and preserved metropolitan growth and racial peace under white supremacy. Using a materialist approach, he offers a long view of capitalism and the color line, following much of the money that made land taking and Jim Crow segregation profitable and preferred approaches to governing cities throughout the twentieth century. A World More Concrete argues that black and white landlords, entrepreneurs, and even liberal community leaders used tenements and repeated land dispossession to take advantage of the poor and generate remarkable wealth. Through a political culture built on real estate, South Florida’s landlords and homeowners advanced property rights and white property rights, especially, at the expense of more inclusive visions of equality. For black people and many of their white allies, uses of eminent domain helped to harden class and color lines. Yet, for many reformers, confiscating certain kinds of real estate through eminent domain also promised to help improve housing conditions, to undermine the neighborhood influence of powerful slumlords, and to open new opportunities for suburban life for black Floridians. Concerned more with winners and losers than with heroes and villains, A World More Concrete offers a sober assessment of money and power in Jim Crow America. It shows how negotiations between powerful real estate interests on both sides of the color line gave racial segregation a remarkable capacity to evolve, revealing property owners’ power to reshape American cities in ways that can still be seen and felt today.
Download or read book Going to Miami written by David Rieff and published by Penguin Group. This book was released on 1988 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Echoing the ancient sounds of the Native American oral tradition, wisdom keeper Gabriel Horn (White Deer of Autumn) writes in praise of the primal mind. With a profound affinity for Florida's beauty, Horn shares the wisdom he has learned from dolphins in the Florida Keys. He describes his wonder at the splendor of the natural world and his respect for the spirits of the supernatural realms and the Star People of our possible future who inhabit those realms in ancient stories.Sometimes angry, always generous, he implores the reader to contemplate modern society's rejection of the sacred and to seek a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of all life. His search for dignity, while grappling with the complexities of contemporary life, lifts his story from personal memoir to universal truth. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.
Download or read book Greater Than a Tourist Miami Florida USA 50 Travel Tips from a Local written by Greater Than a. Tourist and published by Greater Than a Tourist. This book was released on 2018-09-30 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want to try something new? Would you like some guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Greater Than a Tourist book is for you. Greater Than a Tourist- Miami, Florida USA by Alina Zerpa offers the inside scoop on Miami. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this book will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination. In these pages, you will discover advice that will help you throughout your stay. This book will not tell you exact addresses or store hours but instead will give you excitement and knowledge from a local that you may not find in other smaller print travel books. Travel like a local. Slow down, stay in one place, and get to know the people and the culture. By the time you finish this book, you will be eager and prepared to travel to your next destination.
