Travel

In this engaging creative writing workbook, novelist and poet Linda Lappin presents a series of insightful exercises to help writers of all genres--literary travel writing, memoir, poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction--discover imagery and inspiration in the places they love.Lappin departs from the classical concept of...

Jacksonville has hundreds of buildings that have withstood the test of time. Enhanced with stunning color photography, Reclaiming Jacksonville is a must-have for every resident.Jacksonville's lasting landmarks tell only a portion of its history. Dozens of other buildings have been abandoned and left to...

Lire Magazine Best Travel Book Take four friends, put them on two Ural motorcycles (complete with sidecars), send them off on a 2,500-mile odyssey retracing history's most famous retreat, add what some might consider an excessive amount of Vodka, and you've got Sylvain Tesson's...

A comprehensive field guide to the wildflowers of the Lone Star State In Wildflowers of Texas, Michael Eason describes and illustrates more than 1,100 commonly encountered species, both native and introduced. The book is organized by flower color, with helpful color coding along the...

- Waterproof - Tear-Resistant - Travel MapHome to some of the world's best known mega casinos-hotels, Las Vegas is internationally recognized by its unique cityscape along The Strip. Whether traveling to "Sin City" for business or pleasure, National Geographic's City Destination map of Las...

Maine is well known as a land of fresh air and clean water, as the home of L.L. Bean and as one of the most popular camping and outdoor recreation destinations in the country. But what lies behind this idyllic facade? Unmapped roads. Whispering...

Since its founding in 1751, Carlisle, Pennsylvania, has been at the crossroads of history as the site of Washington's headquarters during the Whiskey Rebellion, a city shelled and occupied by Confederate forces and the home to Dickinson College and the Carlisle Indian Industrial School....

It's out there. Go find it The Colorado Journey Guide by Jon Kramer and Julie Martinez is your resource to discovering the best of Colorado. Informative and entertaining, this guide leads you to the most amazing sites and scenery that the Centennial State can...

The splendor and beauty of New York's Finger Lakes are illuminated in this gorgeous photography collection. From idyllic country scenes featuring whimsical roadside stands and small town festivals to magnificent images of the region's spectacular waterfalls, gorges, and wineries, this visual journey through a...

375 exciting tales of heroism and tragedy drawn from the nearly 150,000 search and rescue missions carried out by the National Park Service since 1872.Author: Charles R. Butch Farabee JrPublisher: Taylor Trade PublishingPublished: 04/07/2005Pages: 576Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 2.32lbsSize: 9.48h x 6.52w x 1.39dISBN: 9781589791824About...

A coastal migrant trap, Maine is a great place to learn about birds and develop a deeper understanding of their fascinating life histories. Over 400 species of birds are either permanent residents, regular breeders, or annual migrants in the Pine Tree State, where you...

This is the long, catalog/marketing description of the product.Owing to its varied terrain, abundant wetlands, and sub-tropical reach, Florida is rich in vascular plant diversity, with over 3,000 known species. About 300 of these are found nowhere else. Learning to identify plants is a...

Stay at the legendary Red Lion Inn and enjoy an evening of classical music at Tanglewood. Spend a night at a reasonably-priced B&B after a day of hiking the trails of Mt. Greylock. Experience a weekend retreat at the world-famous Kripalu Center for Yoga...

- Waterproof - Tear-Resistant - Travel MapThe Khumbu region of Nepal, also known as the Everest Region, lies on the Nepalese side of Mount Everest. Explore this fascinating destination in remarkable detail with National Geographic's Khumbu Adventure Map. Cities and towns are easy to...

- Waterproof - Tear-Resistant - Topographic MapOutdoor enthusiasts seeking recreational opportunities in central Arizona, will find National Geographic's Trails Illustrated map of Mogollon Rim and Munds Mountain an essential travel companion. Expertly researched and created in cooperation with the U.S. Forest Service and others,...

- Waterproof - Tear-Resistant - Topographic MapNational Geographic's Trails Illustrated map of Boulder and Golden combines unmatched detail with helpful information to offer an invaluable tool for making the most of your exploration of the central Colorado Front Range. Expertly researched and created in...

- Waterproof - Tear-Resistant - Topographic MapExplore the magnificent alpine landscape of Mammoth Lakes, Mono Divide with National Geographic's Trails Illustrated map. Expertly researched and created in partnership with local land management agencies, this map features key points of interest including John Muir, Ansel...

A Traveller's History of China provides a concise but fascinating journey from the country's earliest beginnings right up to the creation of the economic powerhouse that is today's China. Stephen Haw carries the reader back in time to the prehistoric civilizations of 4,000 years...

A cultural guide to a region on the edge of europe that has been visited by the Romans, Franks, Vikings, Anglo-Saxons and Germans. Brittany's richly layered landscape has contributed depth and character to the region's traditional oral culture, from stories of the sea and...

Experience a kaleidoscope of real-life underwater missions, ranging from ancient ruins covered by reservoirs in the desert Southwest to a World War II submarine off the Alaskan coast; from the Isle Royale shipwrecks in the frigid Lake Superior to the USS Arizona in Pearl...