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Route One Food Run: A Rollicking Road Trip to the Best Eateries from Connecticut to Maine
by Vinnie PennA rollicking, fast-paced tour of the best quick, indulgent, greasy, messy, delectable, and can&’t miss eats along (or not far from) Route One from Connecticut to Maine (along the 1-95 corridor). Written with acerbic wit, comedian and talk show host Vinnie Penn takes you to his favorite road trip eateries and even works his magic to persuade these places to bring some of his favorite recipes home to you. Vinnie visits over 100 places, gathers nearly 100 recipes, and packs it all alongside amusing sidebars, can&’t miss local roadside attractions and oddities, and hundreds of photos.
Cordelia Underwood: or the Marvelous Beginnings of the Moosepath League
by Van ReidStep back in time to Portland, Maine, in 1896. When the young, beautiful, redheaded Cordelia Underwood inherits a parcel of land from her seafaring uncle, it sets in motion a chain of events that leads to the unearthing of a family secret two centuries old. Cordelia soon crosses paths with Mister Tobias Walton and finds herself aided in her quest by the warmhearted gentleman, who has never heard of an adventure he isn't eager to join. Together with his hapless trio of friends, the Moosepath League, they embark on an entertaining and audacious adventure. Teeming with Cupid's arrows flying hither and yon, apparitions, a kidnapping, smuggling, and thievery, and filled with wonderment, romance, and adventure, Cordelia Underwood is a splendid yarn of the old-fashioned variety.
Massachusetts Town Greens: A History of the State's Common Centers
by Eric HurwitzThe state of Massachusetts still has and continues to celebrate its town or village greens. These greens date back to Colonial times where they served as the physical and spiritual centers for these early towns. Today many town greens continue to be the center of town events, fairs, and other gatherings. Massachusetts Town Greens explores the history of these remarkable greens and provide a guide to current events.
Hiking Arizona: A Guide to the State's Greatest Hiking Adventures (State Hiking Guides Series)
by Bruce GrubbsHiking Arizona will introduce you to the state's most natural wonders and more. This book covers the Grand Canyon, of course; Northeast Plateaus, San Francisco Peaks Area, Mogollon Rim Country; Central Highlands; The White Mountains; the Phoenix Area; the Tucson Area; Sky Islands; Tohono O'odham Country; and the Western Desert.
Connecticut's Seminary of Sedition: Yale College
by Louis Lenard TuckerFrom the Preface: In the 1700s, American colleges like Yale were hotbeds of intellectual activity that lead the country to revolution. According to author Louis Tucker, this volume is a study that &“seeks to assess the role of Yale College in the American Revolution. It especially focuses on the part played by Yale in the development of the spirit of rebellion in Connecticut…A number of Yale trained Whigs carried the torch of rebellion into other colonies and assumed roles of leadership when the political crisis deepened.&”As one phase of the Bicentennial observation, The American Revolution Bicentennial Commission of Connecticut has authorized scholars in a wide range of study to write a series of monographs on the broadly defined Revolutionary Era of 1763 to 1787. These monographs [appeared] yearly beginning in 1973 through 1980. Emphasis is placed upon the birth of the nation, rather than on the winning of independence on the field of battle.
Little Bear's Friends
by Karel HayesThe cute cubs of Karel Hayes&’s acclaimed Visitors series now have their very own board book series for the youngest human book lovers. Youngsters are introduced to the animals of the forest and can help Little Bear count all of his friends, right down to his very best friend.Illustrated in Hayes's signature watercolor style, Little Bear is a great way to help toddlers discover the wonders of New England wildlife.
Montana Off the Beaten Path®: A Guide to Unique Places (Off the Beaten Path Series)
by Michael MccoyMontana Off the Beaten Path features the things travelers and locals want to see and experience––if only they knew about them. From the best in local dining to quirky cultural tidbits to hidden attractions, unique finds, and unusual locales, Montana Off the Beaten Path takes the reader down the road less traveled and reveals a side of Mississippi that other guidebooks just don't offer. In addition to the text being fully revised and updated, the 8th edition features a new cover treatment and new series branding.
Paddling Southern Florida: A Guide to the State's Greatest Paddling Areas (Paddling Series)
by Nigel FosterSouthern Florida is a paddler's paradise, from sandy keys, to mazes of mangroves, and sparkling aquamarine water in between. This guide includes more than 50 trips that are a perfect introduction to exploring the waterways and coasts of Southern Florida. Nigel Foster offers expert insider tips on how to manage tides and changeable weather, alerts readers to potential hazards on the routes, and includes fun anecdotes of his experiences with the area wildlife. Look inside to find: clear maps, difficulty ratings, and points of special interest, as well as fascinating insights on the history and ecology of Florida's waterways.
Scenic Driving Colorado: Exploring the State's Most Spectacular Back Roads (Scenic Driving)
by Stewart M. GreenPack up the car and enjoy thirty gorgeous drives through the soaring mountains, broad valleys, and endless plains of Colorado. This indispensable highway companion maps out short trips for exploring the state&’s scenic highways and backroads, from the Rocky Mountains and Mesa Verde National Park to the Great Sand Dunes and the Santa Fe Trail. Discover the wonders of Colorado&’s multi-ethnic history, ecological and topographical diversity, and magnificent beauty. Along the way, stop and explore long-deserted Anasazi Indian cities, powder-packed playgrounds for skiing nirvana, ghost towns and modern communities that retain a pioneer-era flavor, and numerous historic sites and museums detailing Colorado&’s colorful past.
Ghosts of the Carolina Coasts
by Terrance ZepkeTaken from real-life occurrences and from Carolina Lowcountry lore this collection introduces 32 ghost stories that will make your hair stand on end.Why did Joe Baldwins headless body once roam Macos train tracks? What happened to grave robbers and curious kids when they came too close to the cursed crypt? Why do drops of blood continuously appear on the floorboards of the Cape Romain Lighthouse? Discover these tales, and many more.
Best Hikes Near Spokane (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Fred BarstadBest Hikes Near Spokane includes concise descriptions of the 40 best hikes in the area, with detailed maps of the routes.
New England's Colonial Inns & Taverns: Centuries of Yankee Fare and Hospitality
by Maria OliaNew England&’s Colonial Inns and Taverns explores the history of these institutions and visits those that are still around. Today, there&’s no better remedy for the winter blues than a visit to a Colonial tavern. For centuries, travelers who have stepped out of the cold and into a tavern have found not only hearty Yankee fare, but also a feast for the senses: the warmth of a roaring fire, the creaking of uneven plank floors, the intoxicating incense of a smoky hearth and mulled apple cider, the taste of a cocktail chased by a swig of history. Centuries ago, taverns offered respites for weary wayfarers on horseback. Today, they remain welcome havens from high-speed lives.
This Is My South: The Essential Travel Guide to the Southern States
by Caroline EubanksYou may think you know the South for its food, its people, its past, and its stories, but if there&’s one thing that&’s certain, it&’s that the region tells far more than one tale. It is ever-evolving, open to interpretation, steeped in history and tradition, yet defined differently based on who you ask. This Is My South inspires the reader to explore the Southern States––Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia––like never before. No other guide pulls together these states into one book in quite this way with a fresh perspective on can&’t-miss landmarks, off the beaten path gems, tours for every interest, unique places to sleep, and classic restaurants. So come see for yourself and create your own experiences along the way!
The Rock Climber's Exercise Guide: Training for Strength, Power, Endurance, Flexibility, and Stability (How To Climb Series)
by Eric HorstThe only conditioning book a rock climber needs!Rock climbing is one of the most physically challenging sports, testing strength, endurance, flexibility, and stamina. Good climbers have to build and maintain each of these assets. This revised and updated edition of the classic book, Conditioning for Climbers, provides climbers of all ages and experience with the knowledge and tools to design and follow a comprehensive, personalized exercise program.
Best Church Suppers (Our Best Recipes)
by Gooseberry PatchThe most delicious home-cooked food around is served up at church potlucks and socials. In Best Church Supper Recipes, you'll find best-loved recipes for all occasions to share with family & friends. Handy tips on planning potlucks; selecting, cooking and transporting food for potlucks and making creative table decorations.
Kosti Ruohomaa: The Photographer Poet
by Deanna Bonner-GanterAcclaimed photographer Kosti Ruohomaa is widely known for his photographs of hard scrabble Yankees in mid-century Maine. No one was more acutely aware than Ruohomaa that his work was capturing a way of life that was rapidly fading. Before his work in Maine, however, Ruohomaa started out with Disney, then went on to become a freelance photographer for the Black Star Agency, where he was a regular contributor to Life, National Geographic, Look, and Ladies Home Journal. His true passion, however, was documenting the lives of the people of Maine. In this biography by curator Deanna Bonner-Ganter, of the Maine State Museum, Kosti's life and work is made relevant and important to an audience that may be unfamiliar with his work.
Why We Climb: The World's Most Inspiring Climbers
by Chris NobleWhy We Climb is a celebration, in word and image, of those aspects of the climbing life that are most universal, meaningful, and long lasting— the strong connection to partners and nature; the physical and mental mastery required (and how to achieve it); the rewards of exploring oneself and the world through climbing.Through interviews with some of North America&’s most notable climbers the book undertakes a quest to find the soul of climbing— asking what compels men and women to dedicate their lives to the challenges and deprivations of living in a vertical world? What are the sacrifices and what are the rewards? And most importantly, can the lessons learned on cliff faces, frozen waterfalls, and alpine peaks— lessons of respect, discipline, commitment, humility and simplicity—be brought home and used to benefit society as a whole?
Climbing New Hampshire's 48 4,000 Footers: From Casual Hikes to Challenging Ascents (Regional Hiking Series)
by Eli BurakianTaking on one of New Hampshire&’s 48 4,000 footers is becoming a pilgrimage for New Hampshire residents and its visitors. While more people than ever are hiking them, there&’s still a dearth of good information about each mountain and its surrounding areas. Climbing New Hampshire&’s 48 4,000 Footers fills that gap by informing adventurers—from the freshly-booted novice to the grizzled mountaineer—about each of New Hampshire&’s 48 iconic mountains that top out at over 4,000 feet.Look inside to find:Multiple routes up each mountainNational Geographic mapsGPS coordinatesFull-color photography
Hiking through History New York: Exploring the Empire State's Past by Trail from Youngstown to Montauk (Hiking Through History)
by Randi MinetorIn Hiking through History New York, you can hike through the forest planted on orders from President Franklin Roosevelt and follow the swath cut by the 20th century&’s strongest and most influential First Lady. Or you can traverse the Minisink Battleground, a shady natural area once erupted in battle between British, Iroquois, and American troops. Or explore Fort Niagara and walk along lookout points that French soldiers occupied as far back as the 1600s.Hiking through History New York profiles forty hikes, going beyond stating miles and directions for each hike to include rich descriptions of the history underfoot. Whether you&’re a curious tourist or a local history buff, this is a comprehensive guidebook to the area&’s natural and human history.
New England Ruins: Photographs of the Abandoned Northeast
by Rob DobiA captivating look at the pastNew England Ruins is the collective body of work by photographer ROB DOBI and his homage to abandoned buildings across the Northeast. The result of twenty years of exploration and documentation, this book features a rare look at structures that no longer serve their original purpose and have been otherwise forgotten.Dobi&’s work is an ongoing quest to study neglected structures and the stories people left behind. Approaching subjects of industry, education, institutions, and everything in-between, the collection of interior photographs evokes feelings of loss and nostalgia, but also rouses the imagination about the past.
M Is for Montana
by Gayle ShirleyChildren's full-color book with each illustration portraying several elements indigenous to Montana that begin with the accompanying letter.
Hiking Arizona's Cactus Country: Includes Saguaro National Park, Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, The Santa Catalina Mountains, And More (Regional Hiking Series)
by Erik MolvarSouthern Arizona offers unlimited opportunities for backcountry exploration. This third edition of Hiking Arizona's Cactus Country explores a broad swath of the Sonoran Desert that extends northward across the Mexican border and encompasses the southern third of Arizona.
Best Hikes Seattle: Simple Strolls, Day Hikes, and Longer Adventures
by Peter StekelDiscover 42 epic hikes within an hour of Seattle. From mountaintop vistas to urban strolls, this guide covers everything you need to know to plan your outdoor adventure. Each concise hike description includes color photos, thorough directions, turn-by-turn directions and a detailed trail map.
Twelve Days of Summer
by Sherri MaretThis companion to Twelve Days of Winter is another book to read or sing along with children. In this reimagined version of &“The Twelve Days of Christmas,&” wildlife is observed during summer. The animals enjoy warmer weather, blooming flowers, and sunny days. Summer is also a busy time for animal parents who are wrangling their little ones. &“On the first day of summer we looked around to see a black bear in an oak tree.&”Can you find a curious chipmunk watching other animals enjoying the summer?
The Everglades: Stories of Grit and Spirit from the Mangrove Wilderness
by Holly Genzen Anne McCrary SullivanEverglades National Park&’s mangrove ecosystem, extending over 230,000 acres of south Florida, is the most expansive in the western hemisphere and the largest continuous system of mangroves in the world. Most of this mangrove area is remote, accessible only by boat, complex and difficult to navigate. In The Everglades: Stories of Grit and Spirit from the Mangrove Wilderness we hear 21 stories from people who have ventured into this wilderness—for scientific work, artistic work, search-and-rescue missions, for personal renewal, or for the pure adventure of it. They tell stories of manatee rescue, shark encounters, storms and strandings, stories of environmental value and threat, wild beauty, personal enchantment and spirit. Together these stories reveal a world beyond the reach of most travelers. They also offer support and offer enticement to the intrepid few who may venture &“out there&” and return with stories of their own.