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A Sand County Almanacby Aldo Leopold
Oxford University Press, USA 1968; US$ 11.65First published in 1949 and praised in The New York Times Book Review as "a trenchant book, full of vigor and bite," A Sand County Almanac combines some of the finest nature writing since Thoreau with an outspoken and highly ethical regard for America's relationship to the land. Written with an unparalleled understanding of the ways of nature, the book includes a section on the monthly changes of the Wisconsin countryside; another part that gathers informal pieces written by Leopold over a forty-year period as he traveled through the woodlands of Wisconsin, Iowa, Arizona, Sonora, Oregon, Manitoba, and elsewhere; and a final section in which Leopold addresses the philosophical issues involved in wildlife conservation. As the forerunner... more...
Autumn Rambles in New Englandby Michael Tougias; Mark Tougias
Hunter Publishing 1998; US$ 15.00A selection of 15 routes through all six New England states (New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, Rhode Island, Connecticut and Massachusetts) designed to catch fall foliage at its best. Most of these trails are situated around quiet, rarely visited villages on country roads. For each itinerary there is a map, details on points of interest, suggested walks, recommended places to stay and eat, directions, tidbits of local history and the nuts-and-bolts of traveling in the area. Many of the authors' personal experiences are included. The book is illustrated by beautiful color paintings by co-author Mark Tougias, a well-known New England artist. This title was originally announced, but never published, by Country Roads Press as Autumn Trails. more...
A Walk in the Woodsby Bill Bryson
Broadway Books 2010; US$ 7.99Back in America after twenty years in Britain, Bill Bryson decided to reacquaint himself with his native country by walking the 2,100-mile Appalachian Trail, which stretches from Georgia to Maine. The AT offers an astonishing landscape of silent forests and sparkling lakes--and to a writer with the comic genius of Bill Bryson, it also provides endless opportunities to witness the majestic silliness of his fellow human beings. For a start there's the gloriously out-of-shape Stephen Katz, a buddy from Iowa along for the walk. Despite Katz's overwhelming desire to find cozy restaurants, he and Bryson eventually settle into their stride, and while on the trail they meet a bizarre assortment of hilarious characters. But A Walk in the Woods is more... more...
USA 101by Gary Mckechnie
National Geographic Society 2009; US$ 18.95Countless travel books display some aspect or region of America, but USA 101 stitches together a whole crazy quilt of iconic places, events, fairs, and festivals that celebrates our country in all its quirky diversity. Whoever you are, wherever you’re going, whatever you like to do, it’s here somewhere. And if you just stay home and travel armchair-style you’ll still find this guide a vivid, often humorous, always fascinating blend of world-famous and distinctly local places and events that add up to a national portrait. Here are fivescore and one indelibly American destinations, from the Statue of Liberty to the Golden Gate Bridge, from Graceland to Disneyland; perennial sporting rituals like the Army-Navy football game,... more...
Frommer's San Antonio and Austinby David Baird
John Wiley & Sons 2011; US$ 16.99The Drag, a pedestrian strip near the University of Texas,features a colorful mix of stores and cafes. See chapter 13. Detailed maps throughout Exact prices, directions, opening hours,and other practical information Candid reviews of hotels and restaurants, plus sights, shopping, and nightlife Itineraries, walking tours, and trip-planning ideas Insider tips from local expert authors more...
Central Arizonaby Frommer's ShortCuts
John Wiley & Sons 2011; US$ 5.99Frommer's ShortCuts give you exactly what you need for your trip to Central Arizona—and no more. In this ebook, you'll get the same expert advice that you'll find in all Frommer's guides, from candid reviews and detailed maps to insider tips from our local authors. Plus, we’ve added planning and background information as well as our signature "Best of " features. This Frommer’s ShortCuts to Central Arizona includes: Wickenburg, Prescott, Jerome, The Verde Valley, and Sedona & Oak Creek Canyon Search for more Frommer’s ShortCuts. Mix and match the exact destinations you need for your trip, and create your own Frommer’s ShortCuts collection. more...
Exploring New York Cityby Frommer's ShortCuts
John Wiley & Sons 2011; US$ 6.99Frommer's ShortCuts give you exactly what you need for your trip to New York City—and no more. In this ebook, you'll get the same candid reviews and insider tips that you'll find in all Frommer's guides. Plus, we’ve added planning and background information as well as our signature "Best of " features. Search for more Frommer’s ShortCuts. Mix and match the exact destinations you need for your trip, and create your own Frommer’s ShortCuts collection. more...
Bay Area Mountain Bike Trailsby Conrad J. Boisvert
Penngrove Publications 2000; US$ 10.25Explore the many off-road biking areas of the San Francisco Bay Area with this handy and complete guidebook. Despite its large population, the Bay Area offers a wealth of hidden trails for mountain bikers to experience, all within easy distance from major cities within the region. Get on your mountain bike, put on your helmet, and head for the hills! more...
South Bay Bike Trailsby Conrad J. Boisvert
Penngrove Publications 2000; US$ 9.75This completely new edition of South Bay Bike Trails includes 31 separate rides, many of them totally new or modified from rides previously described in the first edition. They will satisfy cyclists of any ability, ranging in distance from 6 to 50 miles, and in terrain from completely flat to very hilly. more...
East Bay Bike Trailsby Conrad J. Boisvert
Penngrove Publications 2000; US$ 7.95The San Francisco East Bay area offers recreational and competitive cyclists many choices of rides with wide varieties of scenery and terrain. East Bay Bike Trails incorporates carefully planned rides with detailed route instructions, accurate maps and predictable elevation profiles, as well as interesting historical facts and special points of interest for each area. more...