A Key West Companion

by Christopher Cox

Traces the development of the Florida resort city of Key West, portrays its historic buildings, and depicts its present day lifestyle

Genres: Travel, Nonfiction

224 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1983

About the author

Born Ray Cox Jr, he is best known for his collaboration within The Violet Quill literary group that met from 1980-81. He later went on to become senior editor of Ballantine Books. He was also a man of the theatre. He appeared in William Shakespeare's Two Gentlemen of Verona, and later worked at the Jean Cocteau Theater, New York City. He died of HIV in 1990.

Reviews

[Carolyn]

Well, if you are ever going to Key West, this is the book to read.
Even though it was written in 1983, it is a delightful romp
through the history of this quirky yet cosmopolitan island.
It really contributed to my enjoyment of our visit, and it's a reminder
that the best books to enhance a vacation aren't always the most recent
edition of Fodor's.

[Linda]

Recommended by Carolyn

[Robert Giudice]

Great book about Key West folk law!