Ocean State Libraries

Describes the plant and animal life found in the Everglades National Park.

"The Everglades--a web subtropical wetland made up of marsh and prairie that once covered more than 4,000 square miles, or nearly one-third of southern Florida--is celebrated in this beautiful photo book. With dozens of stunning images of the region's unique flora, fauna, and landscapes, readers are provided with an educational recourse that discusses the area's history and its mistreatment--from attempts to drain the Everglades to the issues of construction...