Book Description
A personal celebration of the American West by one of its finest photographers and authors.
Distilled from more than two decades of exploration, Tim Fitzharris'
Big Sky captures beautiful panoramas rarely matched in majesty and diversity.
Big Sky includes tinted canyons, cactus-studded deserts, ice-capped mountains, rumpled badlands, the misty beaches of the Pacific and a limitless expanse of prairie wildflowers. These are images that reflect the still heart of America's native wilderness.
Fitzharris opens
Big Sky with personal observations on photographing the American West and then presents a retrospective of his photographs, organized by region:
- High Plains
- Canyon lands
- Rocky Mountains
- Sierra Nevada
- Southern deserts
- Pacific coast.
For each of these six sections there is an introduction to the landscape, followed by 12 plates for a total of 72 panoramas.
Stunning and beautiful,
Big Sky is a lovingly compiled collection of remarkable panorama photographs of this vast section of the nation. This will be Tim Fitzharris' definitive work, demonstrating his reverence and respect for the American West.
Customer Reviews:
Big Sky.......2007-06-09
Gorgeous book. Almost like being there as we read. Enjoying it now and
will for years to come.
It's a personal celebration of the American West.......2007-04-12
BIG SKY captures some gorgeous panoramas, capturing natural landscapes and tinting to explore some of the lesser-known state parks and wilderness areas across the country. It's a personal celebration of the American West by a photographer who spent over twenty years searching for just the right sites and experiences: when one was found he'd take a series of panoramic shots and stitch them together on a computer, here produced in panoramic 27x9 inch spreads to properly capture the results. Art photography libraries as well as public libraries strong in visual travel representations will want this.
Product Description
Edible and Medicinal Plants of the West invites anyone interested in plants, personal well-being, and a healthy environment to discover the healing powers of the herbal world. Full-color photographs face detailed descriptions of 250 plant species in the western United States and Canada, covering field identification, habitat and range, edibility, medicinal uses, and more.
Customer Reviews:
A must for backpackers.......2007-06-18
I live in the sierras and use this book all of the time it always goes with me when I hike.
Clear, concise and good information.......2006-08-21
Thought this book was well done, with good information and pictures.
The best I've seen yet.......2002-03-19
Full color photographs of every plant in the book, along with very complete, if brief, descriptions of characteristics and properties. The book itself is compact and easy to carry with you into the field, which is the ONLY place to truly study the subject matter. Enjoy this gem!
Medicinal Plants of the West.......2002-01-01
OK, but it would help if the pictures of the plants were real photos.
Very good, yet lacking some food sources........2000-06-24
This book is a good beginning book on edible and medicinal plants of the west. The pictures are excellent and really help in identify species. The only complaint I have with this book is that it is missing some important edible plant sources, and it is also could be more detailed in methods of cooking and eating the plants.
Book Description
Learn all about the interesting and delicious wild harvest of Alaska, western Canada, and the Northwest in this significant illustrated volume on 147 wild plants.
Customer Reviews:
Book Review of Janice J Schofield's Discovering Wild Plants.......2007-09-03
I found this book at the Library on the Island of Popov, in the Aleutian chain, in the school library on Sand Point. I was learning about the local flora and this book was like a gold mine. Not only did they have pictures, but told where to pick, when to pick, what part to pick. There were receipes. I was interested in the medicinal uses and these were listed for each item. It was truly a find. The Fish and Wildlife associate teaching classes with us had their own book and let me borrow theirs. I used it daily and ordered my own when I got home.
A Superb Field Guide.......2006-06-27
This book is really all I could ask for in a plant-guide to the Northwest. My only complaint is that I wish Schofield's book was even more comprehensive than it already is. As it stands, each plant she covers is thoroughly discussed, covering the traditional and contemporary uses of the plant, as well as the methods of identification and life-histories of the subjects. The book is well illustrated with both photographs and line drawings, much more so than other guides I've used. If you are at all interested in local plant-life (especially if you live in Alaska), I highly reccomend this book.
An excellent resource with high-quality photos........1999-08-03
I enjoyed this book thoroughly, from it's interesting tidbits on historic uses of plants, to the explanations of known toxic principles within plants. The cautions about harvest, use, and overuse are well-stated. The descriptions enhance the line-drawings, and each plant description comes with an excellent photograph, making this a terrific guide for identification of wild edibles!
Wow, what a field guide, and check out all those recipes!.......1998-09-29
I just got this book (fourth printing, 1998) in my mail, and I can testify that it's well worth the money. It's a really good field guide to plants of The Far North, be it Alaska or Finland.
In addition to excellent pictures (which really show you clearly how to tell this plant apart from others) you'll frequently run across a sentence that goes something like "So-and-so says in his/her book that it's edible after it's been dried /boiled /whatever, but my taste tests implied ...".
Truly outstanding research and practical information, both on medicinal and culinary uses of these plants, make this an invaluable addition to the library of anybody interested in plants in the Far North.
Great work, Janice!
Book Description
Native orchid expert and author Paul Martin Brown continues his successful series on the wild orchids of North America with Wild Orchids of the Pacific Northwest and Canadian Rockies. Whether beginner or professional, curious orchid hunters will be able to locate the nearly 50 species to be found in a wide variety of this region's local habitat—from seashore to temperate rain forest to alpine meadow. Brown reveals the best spots to find the orchids he describes and offers expert advice on how to plan and execute an enjoyable (and environmentally responsible) outing. As with Brown's other guides, all information is presented in a simple, straightforward style and with ample illustration so that proper identification is a snap.
Geographical coverage includes:
· Oregon, Washington, British Columbia, Alaska, Idaho, western Montana, and western Alberta
· 10 detailed area treatments: The Siskyous, Columbia River, The Cascades, Olympic Peninsula, Vancouver Island, Glacier National Park, Cypress Hills, Kodiak Island, Downtown Anchorage, Denali National Park
· 47 species, 1 subspecies, 10 varieties, 5 hybrids, and 62 forms
Book Description
So far, John Kimantas' best-selling Wild Coast series has taken kayaking and outdoor enthusiasts along the north and west coast of Vancouver Island and British Columbia's central and north coast.
The Wild Coast 3 completes, for the first time, a kayaking network across the entire B.C. coast.
The Wild Coast 3 provides explorers with everything they need to know to journey along the south coast and east Vancouver Island, from Victoria to Port McNeill. Written from first-hand research, this point-by-point guide, designed for kayakers but usable by anyone on the coast, describes the details, hazards, geography, ecology, history, hikes and attractions of each location. Colorful maps and color photography accompany the text.
This book provides information for the following locations:
- The Gulf Islands
- The Discovery Islands
- Sechelt Inlet
- Johnstone Strait
- Desolation Sound
- Knight Inlet
- Jervis Inlet
- Broughton Archipelago
- Quadra Island
- Queen Charlotte Strait.
Kayakers, adventurous travelers, curious tourists and armchair readers alike will find
The Wild Coast, Volume 3 to bean indispensable guide to British Columbia's magnificent coast.
Book Description
North America is replete with beautiful aplines, and this guide is equally useful to the traveler or the gardener for its identification, propagation, and cultivation information.
Book Description
This the ultimate guide to kayaking and exploring the stunning west coast of Vancouver Island. It covers the history, geography, ecology, and attractions of this amazing region with dozens of color photographs and maps specially created by the author. Each of the 11 chapters describes a distinct area of the island, with attractions, amenities, ecology, Native and European history, place names, landing sites, campsites, and trivia all included.
The Wild Coast allows you to plan and make the most of your journeys along this spectacular coast.
Customer Reviews:
Terrific.......2007-09-01
This is probably the best organized and informative kayaking/travel book I own. The large area maps are coupled with more detailed local maps to provide enough context and continuity. I am travelling to the Clayoqot area for several days of solo paddling, and this book provided ample helpful information.
A very useful book, and I'll consider the others in the series, now.
One minor quibble is that the book is color coded (which is good), but the matching "breakout" trip descriptions are printed in colors to match the section. Yellow-on-white is nearly impossible to read.
A beautiful and beautifully organized book.......2007-05-07
While I haven't yet used this book in the field, I have found it to be really good for planning my upcoming trip. It has lots of the right kind of information to help better anticipate what to expect and how to be prepared. The organization is great as are the illustrations/graphics, and I can say this having written a guidebook of my own (Paddling Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks). I look forward to the east coast edition coming out this summer.
excellent book for kayak trip planning.......2006-08-23
this book is well written and researched and really made me want to change my up coming plan for day trips on the west coastof VI by kayak and instead spend a week doing so..camping along the way -
oh well next trip -
very handy book for planning such an excursion
Book Description
The ultimate guide to exploring B.C.'s untamed coast.
From author and kayaker John Kimantas comes the second volume of the highly successful Wild Coast series. This time, Kimantas takes readers on an exhilarating journey through the Inside and Outside Passages of BC from north Vancouver Island to the Alaska border. Each chapter in this comprehensive guidebook explores a part of B.C.'s remote and rarely visited stretch of coastline and discusses the region's Native and European history, geography, weather, ecology, attractions and services. Detailed maps show the major points of interest-from the best campgrounds to the ideal spots to view wildlife. Included are lists with the key features of each area:
- Amenities
- Hazards
- Launch sites
- Parks and ecological reserves
- Hiking trails
Each book in the Wild Coast series is written from first-hand research and exploration: Kimantas has gathered the information and photographs while kayaking B.C.'s breathtaking coastline. Although
The Wild Coast II provides specific information for kayakers, anyone interested in exploring the coast will find this guide thorough and useful.
Book Description
Vancouver Wild is a stunning tribute to the beauty and wildness of Vancouver and the world that surrounds it.
In Vancouver, more than in most cities, nature is everywhere you look. In this magnificent photographic collection, Graham Osborne’s stunning images showcase the wild beauty of Vancouver, from the giant western red cedars of the rain forest and the snow-covered peaks of the coastal mountains to the city at night, illuminated by a full moon. The text by Richard Cannings introduces the flora and fauna that live in the diverse ecosystems of this region. Together, this fascinating text and the spectacular photographs celebrate Vancouver and the world that surrounds it and reminds us that we must do all we can to preserve this treasure.
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This smart little book offers helpful advice both for those embarking on their first cruise as well as salty veterans. The Essential Little Cruise Book covers everything form how to choose a cruise that's right for you, picking a travel agent and cabin, what to bring, cruise etiquette, and how to cure sea sickness: "Old-fashioned cures that sailors have sworn by: If you do begin to feel sick, go outside, look at the horizon, and stay in the middle section of the ship. Also, eat some dry crackers or bread sticks, and stay away form liquids." With more than 500 cruises under his belt as a cruise director, author Jim West provides insight and tips that can greatly improve a cruise vacation.
Book Description
This compact collection of cruise wisdom holds everything you need to know for a perfect vacation at sea. Jim West has logged millions of nautical miles as a cruise director and doles out the answers to cruise questions with wit and style. This new edition includes two new chapters with tips directed toward cruises in the Caribbean and Alaska.
Customer Reviews:
Not Particularly Useful.......2007-06-08
The gist of this book is: "Have a good time, no matter what. Avoid bugging the staff, your problem's not that big." Very little in the way of stuff which could enhance your cruise or keep you out of trouble.
The Essential little Cruise Book.......2007-03-02
I am returning this item.
Its a small little book with just general information nothing specific or insightfull.
The Essential Little Cruise Book, 3rd........2006-08-22
Having never taken a cruise, I found this book very imformative, answered many questions I had. Would recomend this book to any first time cruiser.
over-hyped, under-delivered.......2006-07-09
A waste of money and a big disappointment. There were no "insider" tips offered. A very general overview of cruising. There is far more good information available from internet cruising blogs. Anyone want to buy a slightly used book?
Neat little book, especially for first-timers -- But not incredibly informative!.......2006-06-07
I've never been on a cruise but am going on my first next month! I decided to get this book because of the decent reviews and reasonable price. I must say, it definitely has several tips that I think will be useful: the best cabin is in the center of the ship both horizontally and vertically, bring Dramamine just in case, and don't think because you feel the cool breeze from the ship moving that you're not getting sunburned! It also has some interesting tips on cruise etiquette (like never decline an invitation to sit at the Captain's Table at dinner)...Some of the items are pretty obvious (don't go into a door that says "Crew Only") and seem to be there to just to lengthen the book.
Overall, it's a fun read, and even if you've been on a cruise before I guarantee you will learn something new from this book. One thing to note is that the book is really just a big bulleted list of hints and suggestions from a former Cruise Director. No real details or war stories from the "inside." The tips are helpful but I wouldn't call them "essential." It would definitely make a thoughtful Bon Voyage gift for someone going on a cruise, though!
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