300 colour images St. Johns River begins in the swamps in southeast Florida, then passes 310 miles through many lakes, communities, forests, and swamps north towards the Atlantic Ocean near Jacksonville. As a resource, it has been enjoyed by millions, but few know its full and fascinating story. It was explored by both the Spanish and French, and hosted a thriving Steamboat trade. Today it has become a popular recreation and tourist site. Illustrated by 300 vintage postcards, this book takes a virtual tour from St. Johns River's source to its basin, with stories of its history, tributaries, cities, and attractions along the way. AUTHOR: Donald D. Spencer is a computer scientist and history buff. He has written over 250 books that have included vintage postcards that he has been collecting for thirty-five years. He has lived in both central and South Florida and is familiar with the rivers and waterways throughout the state. His four book on Florida rivers are A Postcard Journey Along the St. Johns River, Florida Rivers on Old Picture Postcards, The Ocklawaha River on Old Postcards, and The Tomoka River on Old Picture Postcards.
