Castles in the Sand: The Life and Times of Carl Graham Fisher (The Florida History and Culture Series)
(Part of the The Florida History and Culture Series Series)
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Book Overview
This is the definitive biography of a famous developer and fascinating entrepreneur. Born in Indiana, Carl Fisher helped build the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and headed promotion for the Indy 500. But these feats were only prologue to his grandest adventure, as primary developer and promoter of Miami Beach.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0813080207
ISBN13:9780813080208
Release Date:May 2023
Publisher:University Press of Florida
Length:370 Pages
Weight:1.19 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"
Customer Reviews
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Outstanding Biography
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
Mark Foster does a terrific job defining the character and accomplishments of Carl Graham Fisher. This incredible life story played a far larger role in shaping America in the 20th centuty than most people understand. Largely forgotten, Fisher set the tone for American leisure time, and gave his heart to everything he did. Foster's insights to Fisher's motives and values provide a fascinating portrait of a man whose legacy lives on in Miami and in every turn of the wheel in American auto racing. Great reading!
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