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Land of the Desert Sun: Texas' Big Bend Country

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Steele, D. Gentry, PUBLISHER: Texas A&M University Press, The Big Bend region, outlined by the snakelike curve of the Rio Grande, is a land of deserts and mountains. The lowlands of the region, dominated by the desert sun, are the eastern margin of the Chihuahuan Desert, one of the most arid regions of the world. Rising above the desert floor are numerous mountain ranges, part of the Southern Sierras. These mountain islands of cooler and moister terrain above the sere desert give the Big Bend an incredible wealth of diverse biological communities. Together, the deserts and the mountains of the Big Bend are the largest and last wild area remaining in Texas. In Land of the Desert Sun, D. Gentry Steele explores this fascinating region with his camera, leading the reader to enjoy the Big Bend through the eyes of a naturalist and historian. Taken in black and white to emphasize light, shadow, and texture. Steele's photographs present the Big Bend in a way that appeals to the sense of awe at the grandeur of the region's geological scale and at the detail of life that hangs on determinedly in that harsh place. In addition to his fifty photographs, taken over the a course of four years. Steele shares firsthand experiences and provides a brief natural and cultural history of the Chihuahuan Desert and the Big Bend National Park, placing the photographs in context. His descriptions provide an intellectual experience of the Big Bend country, as the photographs provide an emotional experience of the land. Big Bend enthusiasts and photography fans alike will find that Steele's breath-taking portrait provides a richer understanding of this unique region.

Essays Politic and Moral, and Essays Moral and Theological

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Tuvill, Daniel, PUBLISHER: University of Virginia Press, These two sets of essays by the seventeenth-century clegyman Tuvil illustrate literary tastes and fashions of the time and offer examples of such popular genres as the sermon, the resolve, and the meditation.

Words with Power: Being a Second Study "The Bible and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Frye, Northrop / Frye, PUBLISHER: Mariner Books, Frye continues his exploration, begun in The Great Code, of the influence of Biblical themes and forms of expression on Western literature, with discussions of authors ranging from Chaucer and Shakespeare to Yeats and Eliot. Frye identifies four key elements found in the Bible-the mountain, the garden, the cave, and the furnace-and describes how they recur in later secular writings. Indices.

The Saloon on the Rocky Mountain Mining Frontier

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: West, Elliott, PUBLISHER: University of Nebraska Press, Elliott West's careful analysis of the role and development of the saloon as an institution on the mining frontier provides unique insights into the social and economic history of the American West. Drawing on contemporaneous newspapers and many unpublished firsthand accounts, West shows that the physical evolution of the saloon, from crude tents and shanties into elegant establishments for drinking and gaming, reflected the growth and maturity of the surrounding community.

Lonely Planet Jamaica

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Read, Michael, PUBLISHER: Lonely Planet, With jammin' parties and smooth sounds, sun-drenched beaches and tumbling waterfalls, Jamaica is an island of beauty and rhythm. Whether you want to get down to dancehall beats, explore the towering Blue Mountains or laze on the sand in Negril, discover the roots of this one-of-a-kind reggae nation with our insightful and comprehensive guide. Explore The Island - with our custom-tailored itineraries and more than 50 easy-to-use maps of cities and remote areas. Dive Into Adventure - comprehensive information on snorkeling, windsurfing, hiking, biking and much more bring Jamaica's natural treasures to you. Find Your Rhythm - swing into Jamaica's sultry reggae nights at fun beachside bars and bumping dance clubs with our updated entertainment listings. Learn The Language - easy-to-use patois section gets you talkin' Jamaican mon

L'impero perduto

Clive Cussler, Grant Blackwood Through Tanzania and Zanzibar, into the rainforests of Madagascar, and across the Indian Ocean to Indonesia and the legendary site of the Krakatoa explosion, husband-and-wife treasure-hunting team Sam and Remi Fargo and (cod. I_)

100 Classic Hikes in Southern California: San Bernardino

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Riedel, Allen, PUBLISHER: Mountaineers Books, If you think Disneyland and Hollywood reign supreme in Southern California, think again This region is a paradise for hikers, offering diverse landscapes: mountains, forests, deserts, and coastlines with many trails to explore. This new guide covers Death Valley, Pinnacles Monument, Kings Canyon, Sequoia, the southern Sierras, Tronna Pinnacles, Mojave National Preserve, the Santa Lucia Mountains, the Central Coast, the San Rafael, Santa Ynez, and the Sierra Madra Mountains, Channel Islands, Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, Angeles, San Bernardino, and Cleveland National Forests, Anza Borrego State Park, and Joshua Tree. As a bonus, 100 Classic Hikes in Southern California also includes a few areas north of the 37th parallel--the White Mountains, Yosemite, and the eastern Sierras. Handy features in the guide include topographic maps, elevation profiles, sidebar tips, and a hikes-at-a-glance chart to help readers find the hikes they want quickly and easily.

Popular History of Priestcraft in All Ages and Nations

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Howitt, William, PUBLISHER: Kessinger Publishing, Two Evil Principles: Kingcraft and Priestcraft; Paganism; Mythology of the Assyrians and Syrians; Establishment of Monkery (monks); Popish Arrogance and Atrocities; Jesuits and Inquisitors; English Church; Ministerial Plan of Irish Church Reform; Clerical Incomes; Evils of the system of Church Patronage; Retrospect view of of the Effects of Priestcraft.

A Quick History of Grand Lake: Including Rocky Mountain

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Geary, Michael M., PUBLISHER: Western Reflections Publishing Company, Grand Lake is Colorado's largest natural body of water. Even though located at an elevation of , it has been attracting humans to its shores for thousands of years. A Quick History of Grand Lake presents a concise and interesting account of the people and events that have influenced the human history of Grand Lake and its immediate vicinity -- including Rocky Mountain National Park and the Grand Lake Lodge.

Principles of Educational and Psychological Measurement and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Sax, Gilbert, PUBLISHER: Wadsworth Publishing Company, This edition continues Sax's tradition of comprehensive and comprehensible coverage of testing and measurement principles while including the most recent theory and research.

Chronicles of Air and Dreams

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Villarreal, Rosa Martha, PUBLISHER: Archer Books, A Mexican-American archeologist and her family are caught up in the legends and myths of their Aztec and Maya heritage. The story shifts between present day and the 16th century, and between dreams and reality.

Maine

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Brechlin, Earl, PUBLISHER: Hunter Publishing (NJ), Adventure Guides are the perfect travel companion for the modern explorer. Whether you're looking to backpack around your home state or boost the number of stamps in your passport by traveling overseas, these books will heighten your travel experience. Our team of knowledgeable authors offers comprehensive introductions that cover history, geography, climate, when to go, transportation, planning and culture. Region-by-region, the books then delve into the heart of the area, with driving tours and side trips to the best museums, historic sites and shops. But the focus is on activities, and you'll learn about the best spots for diving, snorkeling, horseback riding, hiking, biking, rock climbing and more. Extensive listings of recommended tour operators, too. Select places to stay and eat, as well as regional festivals and celebrations. Written by the editor of the Bar Harbor Times. Exhaustive coverage of this quintessential New England state. Acadia and Baxter parks (both draw millions), with details on hiking and avoiding crowds. A special section is dedicated to adventure education, with organizations offering courses on mountaineering, sea kayaking and more. Much of this book covers coastal areas.

In Search of Robert Millar: Unravelling the Mystery

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Moore, Richard, PUBLISHER: HarperCollins UK, The compelling story of Britain's best-ever cyclist, this book looks to unravel the puzzle surrounding his sudden and dramatic disappearance. Cyclist Robert Millar came from one of Europe's most industrialized cities, Glasgow, to excel in the most unlikely terrain--over the high mountain passes of the Pyrenees and the Alps. He was crowned King of the Mountains during the Tour de France and remains the only ever Briton to finish on the podium of the world's toughest race. Through interviews with Millar's friends, acquaintances, cycling colleagues and ex-classmates, the author seeks to unravel the mystery of this maverick Scotsman, arguably one of the greatest enigmas in a sport full of remarkable characters.

Peanut and Pearl's Picnic Adventure

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Dotlich, Rebecca Kai / Alley, R. W., PUBLISHER: HarperCollins Publishers, Peanut and Pearl are prepared for a picnic Their picnic baskets are full, and their picnic hats are on. But what have the two friends forgotten? Appealing illustrations and simple text tailor-made for the youngest of readers capture the joy of a story that is as sweet and silly as Peanut and Pearl themselves

Silver in London: The Parker and Wakelin Partnership,

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Clifford, Helen, PUBLISHER: Bard Center, The firm of Parker and Wakelin was the foremost silversmith in London for much of the eighteenth century, supplying royalty, aristocracy, and gentry with both domestic and ceremonial plate. This fascinating book draws on the firm's records for this period to provide a remarkable account of patrons and their purchases and to investigate the social and economic structures on which the firm depended, revealing new information about the complex web of out-workers with specialist skills and raising questions of authorship. Beautifully illustrated, the book is both a social history of consumption in Georgian London and an investigation into the world of working men and women at that time. Acquista Ora

On the Functions of the Brain and of Each of Its Parts

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gall, PUBLISHER: General Books, Title: On the Functions of the Brain and of Each of Its Parts: With Observations on the Possibility of Determining the Instincts, Propensities, and Talents, or the Moral and Intellectual Dispositions of Men and Animals, by the Configuration of the Brain and Head Volume: 5-6 Publisher: Boston, Marsh, Capen

The Crime Buff's Guide to the Outlaw Rockies

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Franscell, Ron, PUBLISHER: Globe Pequot Press, A fascinating journey through the Rockies' unruly past--with maps, photos, and more"" The Rocky Mountains rightfully claim a celebrated place in the "wildest" West of both myth and reality--which makes it truly stranger than fiction that this is the first-ever travel guide to the many sites related to the renowned rambunctious past of America's greatest mountain range, complete with GPS coordinates that put you at the scene of the action. Written with the same fast-paced, gripping style that marked the author's widely praised earlier work, "The Crime Buff's Guide to the Outlaw Rocky Mountains "is an indispensable resource for both criminal-history enthusiasts and travelers. Each site description includes a concise summary of the location's significance, historical context, maps, directions, and photos.

Tender the Storm

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Thornton, Elizabeth, PUBLISHER: Zebra Books, Bestselling author Elizabeth Thornton entwines adventure, intrigue and passion in this first of three historical romances featuring three aristocratic siblings -- and set amid London ballrooms, elegant Paris salons...and the terrors of the French Revolution.

Making Choices:

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Various / Storr, Robert / Umland, Anne, PUBLISHER: Museum of Modern Art, Making Choices celebrates the diversity of modern art by focusing on four landmark years--, and . A variety of works representing all of New York MOMA's curatorial departments--architecture and design, drawings, film and video, painting and sculpture, photography, and prints and illustrated books.

Attack of the Living Mask

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gareth Stevens Publishing / Hirschfeld, Robert, PUBLISHER: Gareth Stevens Publishing, Almost everyone is familiar with the Choose Your Own Adventure "RM" format: as readers go through the story, they make choices that control the plot and outcome of each book. This innovative and interesting approach is all the more exciting now that it's applied to spooky and scary stories. Each book contains enough thrills and chills to appeal to every reader and provide hours of enthusiastic and challenging reading.

Text, Context, and Hypertext: Writing with and for the

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Barrett, Edward, PUBLISHER: MIT Press (MA), In "Text, ConText, and HyperText," twenty-seven experts present the most recent developments in three important areas of technical communication: the design of effective documentation, the impact of new technology and research on technical writing, and the training and management of technical writers. This first synthesis of diverse but related research provides a unique conceptualization of the field of computers and writing and documentation.

Country Roads: Rockbridge County, Virginia Self-Guided

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Tennery, Katherine / Scott, Shirley, PUBLISHER: Howell Press, Eighteen driving tours span majestic mountains and rocky rivers as well as the remnants of mills, canals, and railroads.

No Boundaries: Spirit of Adventure

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Viesturs, Ed / Stegner, Page, PUBLISHER: Tehabi Books, No Boundaries Spirit of Adventure magnificently captures the essence of exploring the great outdoors. It features spectacular, full-color images from award-winning photographers, such as Galen Rowell, and highlights great outdoor escapes from all over North America. With unparalleled photography, riveting text from well-known travel and nature writers, and engaging quotes, No Boundaries is sure to inspire everyone to pursue their next outdoor escape.

Maris

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hill, Grace Livingston, PUBLISHER: Living Books, On the eve of her brilliant society wedding, beautiful Maris must face the true meaning of love. Grace Livingston Hill is the beloved author of more than 100 books. Read and enjoyed by millions, her wholesome stories contain adventure, romance, and the heartwarming triumphs of people faced with the problems of life and love.

Patricia

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hill, Grace Livingston, PUBLISHER: Living Books, From childhood they had a special love for each other. Could Patricia and John ever find each other again? Grace Livingston Hill is the beloved author of more than 100 books. Read and enjoyed by millions, her wholesome stories contain adventure, romance, and the heartwarming triumphs of people faced with the problems of life and love.

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