Explore Fascinating Florida With Cathy Salustri’s New Book, Florida Spectacular

Get a group of Florida-philes together, and one thing’s for certain: “We are going to Florida-splain,” says Cathy Salustri, author of the new book “Florida Spectacular,” in which she explores Florida’s natural and cultural treasures, interacting with the state’s advocates along the way. “We have passionate debates about the Florida Wildlife Corridor, and we argue about which of the three Marjories made the most significant contribution to our state.” (Salustri refers to Marjorie Harris Carr, Marjory Stoneman Douglas and Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, all regarded as  nurturing mothers to Florida.) One thing’s for certain, though—all agree that Florida is so much more than the sum of her parts and is a state worth celebrating. Join Salustri as she directs readers to the wonders of the Sunshine State that are hidden in plain sight. Seen here is Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, part of the Florida Wildlife Corridor, an hour and 45 minutes west of Orlando.