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The Many Mizners

An Autobiography

Addison Mizner

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English
Pineapple Press Inc.,U.S.
04 February 2025
Autobiography of Addison Mizner, the esteemed and celebrated architect of Palm Beach. Born into an extraordinary family clan, Addison enjoyed the exploits of his early years before distinguishing himself as a remarkable figure of his time. This memoir reveals his early life in affluent, late nineteenth century California, his experiences in central America and his more adventurous times as a gold prospector in the Yukon. After further travels in Hawaii, Addison ends up in Australia and China before arriving in New York and reentering the life he was born to. Throughout his life, wherever he found himself, Mizner shows his eye for detail and flair for design and architecture. In the touching last chapter, Mizner details the hilarious last month’s of his mother’s life and realizes what it means to be a Mizner.
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Imprint:   Pineapple Press Inc.,U.S.
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 216mm,  Width: 140mm,  Spine: 16mm
Weight:   299g
ISBN:   9781683344629
ISBN 10:   1683344626
Pages:   236
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Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Addison Cairns Mizner (December 12, 1872-February 5, 1933) was an American architect who played a pivotal role in shaping the architectural landscape of South Florida. His signature Mediterranean Revival and Spanish Colonial Revival styles are evident in the region's design to this day. Mizner was born in Benicia, California, and his early years were influenced by his travels with his father, a lawyer and diplomat. Mizner's architecture career flourished in the 1920s when he became Florida's premier architect, designing more than fifty Palm Beach villas and Florida mansions for wealthy socialites. His notable works include the Everglades Club and The Boca Raton resort and club. His designs were not just buildings but comprehensive environments, incorporating interior and garden design, which he facilitated through his firm, Mizner Industries. Despite his lack of formal university training, Mizner's innovative and exacting approach left a lasting imprint on South Florida's aesthetic, transforming its ambience and becoming the region's architectural hallmark.

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