Gilded history echoes in every columned veranda and opulent promenade of Palm Beach—from Henry Flagler’s estates to Ocean Boulevard. Leisurely beach strolls meet vibrant arts, exclusive boutiques, and culinary finesse, as dappled sunlight dances across tropical gardens. As dusk falls, the pastel hues deepen, revealing a serene and radiant evening, with brightly lit windows glowing against the dark silhouettes of palm trees. Jeannie Albers’ visual narrative takes you on a weekend trip through the palm-lined streets to the shaded sculpture garden of Ann Norton, the sumptuous interiors of the Flagler Museum, world class dining at La Goulue, and some other hidden gems of the city. Elegant, poised, and full of quiet magnetism, this book transports you not only to the grand opulence to see past the facade to the quiet reflections of the shoreline that lies beyond.

Tucson is a place of balance and contrast: stillness and energy; roots and heritage mixed with modern visionaries; the strength of the sunlight throwing shadows into starker relief. This volume offers a visual narrative unfolding over four days wandering through the city. Begin in the bright alleys of Barrio Viejo, following photographer Erica Connolly through secret doors set in whitewashed walls and wander into the eclectic historic charm of Fourth Avenue, with its colorful murals and charming, old-fashioned stores. The rhythm of the city is traced by the fleeting blooms of saguaro cacti and succulents in desert gardens, and lines of modern architecture rising beside centuries-old earthy brown adobe traditional structures. Mesquite smoke curls into the evening air as the sun goes down; the desert sky deepens and stars flood the horizon. With its culinary heritage recognized as the first UNESCO City of Gastronomy in the United States, Tucson delights every one of the five senses.