Miami

The fifth in a series of photographic books on great American cities by Santi Visalli, Miami explores all of the characteristic aspects of this dynamic Florida metropolis, from the pastel-pretty Art Deco District and the sumptuous Villa Vizcaya, to the sun-drenched beaches, cruise-ship quays, and glowing neon signs outside the hottest night spots. With a special talent for conveying detail, drama, and light, Visalli has captured the special ambience of Miami - where strong Hispanic and Caribbean cultural influences commingle with the youthful exuberance of the city's recent architectural explosion. The city's residents: the flamingoes of Hialeah Park, the macaws of Parrot Jungle, and the dolphins of the Seaquarium, as well as their roller skaters and sunbathers along Ocean Driye, populate this vivid panorama of one of North America's most exciting vacation spots.