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Hiking Waterfalls in West Virginia: A Guide to the State's Best Waterfall Hikes (Hiking Waterfalls)
by Johnny MolloyHiking Waterfalls in West Virginia includes detailed hike descriptions, maps, and color photos for approximately 100 of the state&’s most scenic waterfall hikes. Hike descriptions include history, local trivia, and GPS coordinates. Hiking Waterfalls in West Virginia will take you through state and national parks, forests, monuments and wilderness areas, and from popular city parks to the most remote and secluded corners of the area to view the most spectacular waterfalls.
Climbing Colorado's Fourteeners: From the Easiest Hikes to the Most Challenging Climbs (Regional Hiking Series)
by Chris MeehanTaking on one of Colorado&’s 53 fourteeners—from stately Longs Peak and the iconic Maroon Bells to the easy to access Mt. Bierstadt—is becoming a pilgrimage for Colorado&’s residents and its visitors. While more people than ever are climbing them, there&’s still a dearth of good information about each mountain and its surrounding areas. Hiking Colorado&’s Fourteeners fills that gap by informing adventurers—from the freshly-booted novice to the grizzled mountaineer—about each of Colorado&’s iconic mountains over 14,000 feet tall.
Foraging Wild Edible Plants of North America: More than 150 Delicious Recipes Using Nature's Edibles
by Christopher NyergesEdible wild plants are nature&’s natural food source, growing along roadsides, sprouting in backyards, and blooming in country fields. North America&’s diverse geography overflows with edible plant species. From alyssum to watercress, chicory to purslane, Foraging Wild Plants of North America provides everything you need to know about the most commonly found wild greens with over 200 mouth-watering recipes. This full-color field and feast guide with images to the most common edible wild plants is the ideal companion for hikers, campers, and anyone who enjoys eating the good food of the earth. Look inside to find recipes such as:Stirfry AmaranthYellow Pollen PancakesChickweed DeluxeNettle SoupRoot Coffee Earth BreadCattail StewFennel CrunchPrickly Pear Ice Cream
In The Boat With LBJ
by John L. BullionWhen Waddy Bullion refers to his experience working for LBJ as a tax attorney and business advisor, he calls it "being in the boat." LBJ was the captain; the crew either met his standards for effort and excellence or they got out.
Atlanta Underground: History from Below
by Jeffrey MorrisonAtlanta Underground presents a city history through the lens of its buried and paved-over urban landscape. Atlanta has been built, rebuilt, destroyed and rebuilt so many times that it has created an artificial surface dozens of feet above the original ground plane, leaving room to explore the stories that lie below. Clues and paved-over evidence of the original streetscape are still accessible, but only to those who know where to look. The story begins with the railroads that brought people and business to Atlanta, and the intersections of transportation that Atlanta eventually outgrew. This tour of the city's history include the former sites of Union Station, Underground Atlanta and the Zero Milepost, and the unusual attempts to fill the void they left behind (a wax museum, musical instrument museum, a skating rink).Contemporary photos of this urban spelunking landscape will illustrate this telling of Atlanta&’s history: how it came to be where it is, how it acquired its unique name, and how its colliding street grids were established. The rapid growth and change of Atlanta&’s many lives has led to some downright interesting hidden locations and architectural curiosities, and AtlantaUnderground will reveal them one by one.
Our A-Maze-ing National Parks: 50 Mazes from Acadia to Zion
by Joe Wos Joseph WosOur A-Maze-ing National Parks: From Acadia to Zion features 50 mazes showcasing cartoon illustrations of national parks, landmarks, animals, natural formations, and more. Pages will also feature fun facts about the parks and general information along with illustrations. Meticulously researched, master maze artist, Joe Wos, recreates our beloved national parks in solvable puzzle form. Parks featured include Yellowstone, Grand Teton, Yosemite, Biscayne, Grand Canyon, Carlsbad Caverns, Death Valley, Arches, Redwoods, Great Smoky Mountains, Shenandoah, Joshua Tree, Everglades, Mesa Verde, Great Sand Dunes, Kenai Fjords, Acadia, Badlands, Hawaii Volcanoes, Mount Rainier, Petrified Forest, Saguaro, Theodore Roosevelt, Zion, and more.
Best Wildflower Hikes New Mexico: A Guide to the Area's Greatest Wildflower Hiking Adventures (Wildflower Series)
by Christina M. SelbyBest Wildflower Hikes New Mexico is the ultimate guide to the greatest nature adventures in the Land of Enchantment. Wildflower descriptions and full-color photography throughout complement detailed hiking profiles and maps to over forty scenic routes. Written by naturalist and outdoor writer Christina Selby, Best Wildflower Hikes New Mexico introduces readers to the spectacular beauty of the American Southwest.
Three Ringling Circus: A History of Sarasota, Florida, and the Famous Ringling Brothers
by Sandra GurvisSarasota would not be what it is today without the influence of the Ringling family, particularly John and Mable Ringling and John&’s brother Charles. Unlike some other entertainers of the era, the Ringling family saw their enterprise as a business and as a way of entertaining the masses through good, clean fun. Three Ringling Circus will focus on the history of this family and will bring to life (and light) their past and present impact on Sarasota&’s unique artistic, historical and cultural scene, a rarity in Florida, where much of the economy is driven by tourism and the retirement industry.
Miracle on 34th Street: The Making of a Christmas Classic
by Jeffrey Paul ThompsonDespite having been made into three TV movies, a radio drama, a stage play, a Broadway musical, a feature-film remake in color, and a book adaptation, the 1947 black-and-white film of Miracle on 34th Street still remains the favorite version of this modern Christmas classic. The American public seems to echo what Macy&’s stated when declining to participate in the 1994 remake: &“We felt there was nothing to be improved upon.&” In many ways, it is a perfect film in the sense that there really is nothing that could have been done better: the story, the casting, the acting were all spot-on. The decade from 1941–1951 saw a bumper crop of classic Christmas including Christmas in Connecticut, Holiday Inn, and It&’s a Wonderful Life, but with the exception of the latter film none have had the staying power of Miracle on 34th Street.This book describes the origins of the story, the casting and production of the film, its marketing and publicity, and even how it elevated the Macy&’s Thanksgiving Day Parade from a local New York event to a national celebration. Finally, it looks at the film&’s legacy, including its high ranking among best Christmas movies of all time as well as its placement as ninth overall on the American Film Institute&’s list of the most inspiring films.
America's Alligator: A Popular History of Our Most Celebrated Reptile
by Doug AldersonPeople have long been fascinated by the American alligator. Ever since humans arrived on the continent more than 15,000 years ago, the American alligator has been both feared and revered, celebrated and scorned, and often hunted for food and hide.Once tourism began to take hold in the South as a real industry, especially in Florida, the alligator took on iconic and even mythical status. &“One of the most picturesque features of Florida has always been that uncouth and fierce-looking reptile called the alligator,&” wrote Nevin O. Winter in 1918. &“Everybody who comes down here to the peninsula has an ambition to see one in the wild.&” Seminole Indians wrestled alligators for show. Alligator souvenirs and mascots often took what people feared—a sharp-toothed predator—and made it into something cute and cuddly. Alligator-themed songs were recorded and released, including &“See You Later Alligator&” by Bill Haley and His Comets. Hollywood into created alligator-themed movies such as Alligator People. Alligators were also reportedly kept in the White House under two presidencies. And perhaps the most unusual alligator story was one that helped to nab Ma Barker and her son Fred when they were hiding out along Florida&’s Lake Weir.America&’s Alligator examines the colorful and sometimes conflicted relationship our species has had with Alligator mississippiensis. Doug Alderson explores the country&’s rich alligator mythology and how it inspired various forms of art, stories, photography, tourism and even humor.
Bar Harbor's Gilded Century: Opulence to Ashes
by Lydia Vandenberg Earle G. ShettleworthMaine's premier tourist destination, Bar Harbor has many historic buildings. The area was once a shipbuilding and farming hamlet that became a Gilded Age resort of the highest order-until a fire in 1947 destroyed many of its buildings. This pictorial history takes Bar Harbor from its origins to the fire. It also offers intriguing curiosities, including insights on the upstairs-downstairs aspects of resort life. The book's captions are packed with fascinating information.
Hiking Kentucky: A Guide to 80 of Kentucky's Greatest Hiking Adventures (State Hiking Guides Series)
by Carrie StambaughFrom old country roads to dense forest paths, Kentucky boasts more than 1,500 miles of marked and maintained trails. Author Carrie Stambaugh describes eighty of her favorite hikes, from 1-mile nature trails to multiday backpacks. With detailed information on trailhead location, difficulty, and much, much more, Hiking Kentucky, Third Edition is bound to have something for everyone!
Paddling Virginia and West Virginia: A Guide to the Area's Greatest Paddling Adventures
by Johnny MolloyA comprehensive guide to Virginia and West Virginia&’s best paddling trips with routes for every type of paddler, including access points, difficulty ratings, special points of interest, history and more.
Mark Twain's Hawaii: A Humorous Romp through History
by Mark TwainMark Twain&’s wit and wisdom is timeless. Mark Twain&’s Hawaii: A Humorous Romp through History, combines Twain&’s own writings on Hawaii with personal reminiscences by others who met him at that time, and traces Twain&’s journey through the region just as he experienced it in 1866. The book highlights Twain&’s humor, travel in the 19th century, history, social commentary, and the exotic locale in an authoritative and entertaining volume for Twain fans and Hawaii enthusiasts.
Best Bike Rides Chicago: The Greatest Recreational Rides In The Metro Area (Best Bike Rides Series)
by Ted VillaireWritten for the cyclists of all stripes, Best Bikes Rides Near Chicago marks the debut of a new series that offers a diverse array of scenic tours in some of America’s largest urban destinations—from easy excursions for the Sunday cyclist to challenging treks for the veteran. Here, veteran author and cyclist Ted Villaire presents 35 diverse rides in and around the Windy City. As amply demonstrated by this guide, Chicago’s heritage as a transportation hub has reaped huge rewards for local cyclists. Twenty miles of lakeshore parkland and an elaborate system of leafy boulevards connect a series of mega-parks throughout the city. Coupled with this is an ever-expanding cycling infrastructure featuring more than 100 miles of bikes lanes. The Illinois Prairie Path, which runs between the Des Plaines River and Wheaton, was one of the first linear trails in the nation converted from a railroad line—and today it is part of the most extensive collection of rail trails in the Midwest, perhaps the nation.
The Hunt for Giant Trout: 25 Best Places in the United States to Catch a Trophy
by Landon MayerA bucket list of top destinations in the US for trophy trout, featuring interviews with local guides, stunning images, and essential where-to and timing information. Landon Mayer describes in detail water systems from Alaska to Maine, revealing what makes each unique; where, when, and how to fish it; and what flies to use there, as well as how to tie them. With essential advice and tips from local experts such as Pat Dorsey, John Miller, Phil Tereyla, Nanci Morris Lyon, and Bill Betts.
Hiking the Black Hills Country: A Guide To More Than 50 Hikes In South Dakota And Wyoming (State Hiking Guides Series)
by Jane Gildart Bert GildartDiscover the beauty of the Black Hills Country, stretching from western South Dakota to eastern Wyoming.Concise descriptions and detailed maps for fifty-eight trails allow hikers of all levels to reach splendid and solitary fishing holes, get fit in the outdoors, and learn about the region's history.Hiking the Black Hills Country provides the latest information to plan a customized trip:- Popular landmarks, common hikes, and hidden gems.- Detailed maps and trail descriptions, complete with GPS coordinates. - Insightful hike overviews, details on distance, difficulty, canine compatibility, and more. From Mount Rushmore to French Creek, and the peak of Black Elk to the Red Valley, the 6,000 square miles of the Black Hills are as wild and free as the Great Plains can be. - Find hikes suited to every ability.- Experience the thrill of hiking through human and geological history. - Discover epic cave formations, spectacular views, and more. With short hikes and overnight adventures, Hiking the Black Hills Country has everything you need to explore one of America's most gorgeous landscapes.
Hiking Grand Staircase-Escalante & the Glen Canyon Region: A Guide to 59 of the Best Hiking Adventures in Southern Utah (Regional Hiking Series)
by Ron Adkison“FalconGuides point the compass to the best spots to play, climb, hike, fish, and be.” – CNN.comLace up your boots and sample fifty-nine of the finest trails in southern Utah’s Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and the stunning 1.2-million-acre Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. With thorough descriptions and detailed maps, this book leads you to both well-known and little-used trails, and it includes several backpack trips and a wide variety of day hikes. Whether traveling down remote desert roads or up serene canyons, you will be rewarded with vivid memories and a yearning to return.For more than thirty years, FalconGuides® have set the standard for outdoor guidebooks. Written by top experts, each guide invites you to experience the adventure and beauty of the outdoors. Features: Hikes suited to every abilityDirections to the trailheadsTrail Finder for best hikes for novices and families, moderate day hikes, strenuous day hikes, and backpacking trips for all levelsComprehensive trail descriptions with mile-by-mile directional cuesDifficulty ratings, average hiking times, best hiking seasons, and canine compatibility for every featured hikeInformation on fees and permits, contacts, campgrounds, and more
What Chefs Feed Their Kids: Recipes and Techniques for Cultivating a Love of Good Food
by Sandy Smith Fanae AaronHow do the people who know the most about food tackle the special challenges of cooking for children's palates? How do they get their children to join them at the dinner table when most kids would rather play under the tablecloth? Why do some kids love to eat broccoli, sushi, or pesto, while others insist on chicken nuggets every night?A lifelong foodie and a first-time mother, Fanae Aaron had lots of questions about how to teach her son to enjoy a variety of fresh, whole foods. So she sought out a diverse group of twenty award-winning chefs who are also parents. The book's first-class lineup includes: Eric Bromberg, Marc Murphy, Zack Gross, Ana Sortun, Piero Selvaggio, and Floyd Cardoz. These chefs stimulate their kids' curiosity about new foods by engaging them in the process without coercing them--and here they share their tips and stories, which provide an intimate glimpse into the chefs' family lives. Chefs' strategies include allowing kids to help prepare meals, taking them to farmers' markets, and giving them choices with healthy, family style meals. The book features seventy-five flavorful recipes--such as Kale and Scrambled Eggs, Baby Lamp Chops, and Nori Chips--from a variety of cuisines.
Wind, Fire, and Ice: The Perils of a Coast Guard Icebreaker in Antarctica
by Robert M. BunesBetween 1955 and 1987, the United States Coast Guard Cutter Glacier was the largest and most powerful icebreaker in the free world. Consequently, it was often given the most difficult and dangerous Antarctic missions. This is the dramatic first-person account of its most legendary voyage. In 1970, the author was the Chief Medical Officer on the Glacier when it became trapped deep in the Weddell Sea, pressured by 100 miles of wind-blown icepack. Glacier was beset within seventy miles of where Sir Ernest Shackleton&’s ship, the Endurance, was imprisoned in 1915. His stout wooden ship succumbed to the crushing pressure of the infamous Weddell Sea pack ice and sank, leading to an unbelievable two-year saga of hardship, heroism and survival. The sailors aboard the Glacier feared they would suffer Shackleton&’s fate, or one even worse. Freakishly good luck eventually saved the Glacier from destruction in the crushing ice pack, only to experience a three-hour fire that nearly killed one of the crew, followed by eighty foot waves that came close to capsizing the ship. Wind, Fire, and Ice is a story about a physician who starts out with a set of false assumptions—namely that he is going have an easy assignment and see numerous exotic ports, but then slowly comes to realize a much different hard reality.
The Virginian
by Owen WisterThis classic tells the story of the Wyoming ranch foreman known only as the Virgianian, his courtship of school teacher Molly Starkwood, and his encounters with the murdering cattle rustler, Trampas.
Confidence: Eight Steps to Knowing Your Worth
by Roxie NafousiDiscover how to cultivate deeper, dazzling self-confidence in your daily life, from bestselling author of Manifest, with over 1 million copies sold worldwideConfidence is at the foundation of everything we do. It's the invisible power that propels you to dream bigger, take bold risks, and create a life you truly love. But for too many of us, confidence feels out of reach - reserved for those who seem to have it all together. But how can we tap into that kind of transformative power and find our self worth when we're buried under the voices of our inner critic, our inner competitor, the needling lies that say we&’ll never quite be enough? In her newest book, bestselling author Roxie Nafousi provides eight steps to developing a deep, long lasting confidence, including: MASTER YOUR THOUGHTS ACT WITH INTENTION STOP TRYING TO BE LIKED BY EVERYBODY BREAK FREE FROM COMPARISON...and more.The truth is, you don&’t have to strive to earn your confidence with a resume full of external achievements. Nafousi teaches that it&’s about the simple, day-to-day inner work – and while it will be a journey, it&’s one that will enable you to own your worth and live unapologetically yourself.The life you want is even closer than you could imagine.
The Messy Lives of Book People: A Novel
by Phaedra PatrickThe house cleaner of a famous author must carry out her employer's shocking last wish in this delightful new novel from beloved author Phaedra PatrickMother of two Liv Green barely scrapes by as a maid to make ends meet, often finding escape in a good book while daydreaming of becoming a writer herself. So she can't believe her luck when she lands a job housekeeping for her personal hero, megabestselling author Essie Starling, a mysterious and intimidating recluse. The last thing Liv expected was to be the only person Essie talks to, which leads to a tenuous friendship.When Essie passes away suddenly, Liv is astonished to learn that her dying wish was for Liv to complete her final novel. But to do so Liv will have to step into Essie&’s shoes. As Liv begins to write, she uncovers secrets from the past that reveal a surprising connection between the two women—one that will change Liv&’s own story forever…Don&’t miss Phaedra Patrick&’s uplifting new novel, The Little Italian Hotel!Check out these other heartwarming stories from Phaedra Patrick: The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone The Library of Lost and Found The Secrets of Love Story Bridge
The Year of What If
by Phaedra PatrickCan the future be rewritten?On the verge of her second marriage, Carla Carter knows she&’s finally found the one. She and her fiancé, Tom, met through Logical Love, a dating agency she founded for the pragmatically minded, and she&’s confident that, together, they will dispel an old family curse claiming Carter women are unlucky in love.For peace of mind, Carla&’s family insists she visit a fortune teller before she ties the knot. Except the tarot unexpectedly reveals that the love of Carla&’s life is not Tom, but one of the several men she briefly dated during her European gap year—twenty-one years ago. Only weeks away from her big day, Carla sets off across Europe to track down her exes from that unforgettable year, desperate to prove the fortune teller wrong. From Spain to Portugal, Italy to France, will one be her perfect match? And can a face from her past help Carla rewrite her entire family history—forever?&“[An] uplifting tale of a woman searching her past—and herself—in pursuit of her one true love.&” —Lucy Gilmore, author of The Lonely Hearts Book Club&“An absolute vacation of a book… I loved every moment.&” —Suzy Krause, author of Sorry I Missed You&“A magical, whimsical journey in which one woman seeks to answer the question so many of us have asked ourselves… What if I&’d done it all differently?&” —Gretchen Anthony, author of Tired Ladies Take a StandLook for Phaedra Patrick&’s previous charming bestsellers! The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone The Library of Lost and Found The Secrets of Love Story Bridge The Messy Lives of Book People The Little Italian Hotel
The Library of Lost and Found: A Novel
by Phaedra PatrickFrom the author of Rise and Shine Benedict Stone, now an original movie on Hallmark.&“Sweet and resonant.&” —People, &“Best New Books&” PickA librarian&’s discovery of a mysterious book sparks the journey of a lifetime.Librarian Martha Storm has always found it easier to connect with books than people—though not for lack of trying. She keeps careful lists of how to help others in her superhero-themed notebook. And yet, sometimes it feels like she&’s invisible.All of that changes when a book of fairy tales arrives on her doorstep. Inside, Martha finds a dedication written to her by her best friend—her grandmother Zelda—who died under mysterious circumstances years earlier. When Martha discovers a clue within the book that her grandmother may still be alive, she becomes determined to discover the truth. As she delves deeper into Zelda&’s past, she unwittingly reveals a family secret that will change her life forever.Filled with Phaedra Patrick&’s signature charm and vivid characters, The Library of Lost and Found is a heartwarming and poignant tale of how one woman must take control of her destiny to write her own happy ending.Don&’t miss Phaedra Patrick&’s uplifting new novel, The Little Italian Hotel!Check out these other heartwarming stories from Phaedra Patrick: The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone The Secrets of Love Story Bridge The Messy Lives of Book People