Dimock, A.W.

Florida Enchantments [Signed] [Outdoors - Fishing - Hunting]

New York: The Outing Publishing Company, 1915. Photography by Julian Dimock. Revised Edition.

Signed with a long inscription by the author, A.W. Dimock.

Blue cloth covered boards with stamped gilt titles and front paste-on b/w photo. The bindings are tight and square. Text is clean; light, even age-toning. Moderate shelf handling wear with light corner, spine tip and edge rubbing, spotting-loss of color on rear board. Previous owner's bookplate.  Illustrated with numerous plates from photographs by Julian Dimock. 8vo; 328 pages followed by two pages of adverts.

‘Almost every phase of outdoor Florida life is here pictured and described from the dangerous sport of capturing live alligators in the coast rivers to life with the Bee Hunters in the interior.’ [Bookman]

Dimock paints a vivid picture of the state, focusing particularly on its natural landscapes—beaches, swamps, forests, and rivers. His prose brings to life the subtropical flora and fauna that fascinated many visitors of the time, presenting Florida as a land of mystery and beauty. Dimock's keen observations on the state's diverse ecosystem make this work a valuable resource for both nature enthusiasts and those interested in the history of environmental exploration.

The book also explores the burgeoning tourism industry, as Florida was becoming increasingly popular as a destination for northern tourists. Dimock explores the development of cities and resorts, providing a snapshot of the cultural and economic transformations that were shaping Florida during the early 1900s. His reflections on the local people and the subtleties of southern life offer a nuanced view of the state’s character and growing identity.
 
Interesting features on moonshine, Tarpon fishing, Salt water fly fishing, Manatees Dolphin, Crocodiles, and Florida Birds.

REF: Heller 2:837; Publishers' Weekly, 1908: 127; Bookman 1909 V28: 508

Item #20450

Price: $185.00