The recent posting about the beach at Siesta Key, Florida reminded me of the writer John D. MacDonald, a longtime Siesta Key resident, and a wonderful writer. If you have not heard of him or read any of his dozens of books, you are in for a real treat. The books in the series featuring Travis McGee, with a color in each title, are real page turners. A great read for the beach, or at home. The following article is an introduction to him and his work. Enjoy! Bill Kamenjarin https://www.yourobserver.com/article/sense-place-how-john-d-macdonald-shaped-florida-fiction John D. MacDonald changed the landscape of Florida fiction. In celebration of his 100th birthday, revisit the Sunshine State as he saw it: seedy, sophisticated — and ever beautiful . by: Marty Fugate Contributor If John D. MacDonald had lived to be 100, last Sunday would’ve been his birthday. For most of his career, the novelist lived and wrote in Sarasota. The city recently celebrated his birthday and put up a plaque in his...
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