Travel

Author: Stephen J. Reynolds,Julia K. JohnsonPublisher: Geological Society of AmericaPublished: 01/15/2025Pages: 432Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 1.71lbsSize: 8.98h x 5.98w x 0.87dISBN: 9780878427192About the AuthorReynolds, Stephen J.: - Stephen J. Reynolds received an undergraduate geology degree from the University of Texas at El Paso, and MS...

The author of Blue Highways and PrairyErth "takes us on a lifetime voyage full of imagery, insight and appreciation." --Cleveland Plain DealerIn his most ambitious journey ever, William Least Heat-Moon sets off aboard a small boat named Nikawa ("river horse" in Osage) from the...

"This is it: the full download from a true genius of cartography. Radical Cartography will make you see maps, and, indeed, your place on the planet, with fresh eyes."--Daniel Immerwahr, author of How to Hide an Empire. A stunning, thought-provoking exploration of how maps...

Up next in the Pretty City series - a stunning photography, lifestyle and travel guide to Paris Go beyond the French capital's famous landmarks and discover the hidden gems. From secluded mews and undiscovered cafes to flower markets and tree-lined streets, prettycityparis champions the...

The definitive collection of Ohio's odd, wacky, and most offbeat people, places, and things, for Ohio residents and anyone else who enjoys local humor and trivia with a twist.Author: Sandra GurvisPublisher: Globe Pequot PressPublished: 11/07/2011Pages: 368Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 1.30lbsSize: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.90dISBN:...

Explore the authentic side of New York with a deep dive into the city as the locals know it. The vibrant and dynamic neighborhoods of New York are packed with iconic buildings, brilliant Broadway shows, and world-famous museums--but there is still plenty to discover...

From the corner bodega to the top of the Empire State Building, NYC is overflowing with energy and culture. Author and NYC resident Christopher Kompanek shows you how to experience the city like a local with Moon New York City. Explore the City: Navigate...

*A NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW EDITOR'S CHOICE* "An impassioned, informative love letter to Iceland." --New York Times Book Review "This compelling and highly readable book offers a thought-provoking examination of nature of belief itself" --Bookpage, starred review In exploring how Icelanders interact with...

At sixteen, Kenn Kaufman dropped out of the high school where he was student council president and hit the road, hitching back and forth across America, from Alaska to Florida, Maine to Mexico. Maybe not all that unusual a thing to do in the...

ALOHA (love) - 'ĀINA (land) - MO'OLELO (stories) - 'OHANA (family) DISCOVER FOUR FOUNDATIONS OF HAWAIIAN LIVING FOR A PEACEFUL AND BALANCED LIFE. More than just a beautiful paradise, Hawai'i has a rich culture, deeply rooted in tradition. Native Hawaiian and cultural expert Kainoa...

Interspersed with the breathtaking landsacpe and nature photographs are images conveying some of Idaho's cultural history; recreation, such as white water rafting, kayaking and skiing; and community activities, such as festivals, fairs, and rodeos. Howard understands what makes Idaho special: its vast national forests,...

How to Be Norwegian is a witty and richly illustrated guide to the quirks, values, and social codes of life in Norway. Blending laugh-out-loud humor with deep cultural insight, this book helps readers understand not just what Norwegians do - but why they do...

ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: THE NEW YORK TIMES - NPR - THE GUARDIAN From pole to pole and across decades of lived experience, National Book Award-winning author Barry Lopez delivers his most far-ranging, yet personal, work to date. Horizon moves...

Fully revised and updated, Hiking Wisconsin profiles over 60 of the best hikes in the state. Detailed maps, step-by-step miles and directions, and a superb selection of day hikes and overnight trips make this book accessible to all hiking enthusiasts, from families out for...

In this fascinating glimpse into the world of urban exploration, Moses Gates describes his trespasses in some of the most illustrious cities in the world from Paris to Cairo to Moscow.Gates is a new breed of adventurer for the 21st century. He thrives on...

The only place in the United States that Hemingway could really call home after he started writing was the tropical island of Key West. During his decade here in the 1930s, he acquired his famed macho persona as Papa, the biggest Big Daddy of...

Whether you want to follow the Great Migration in Kenya and Tanzania, explore Botswana's Okavango Delta, or experience Victoria Falls, the local Fodor's travel experts in Africa are here to help! Fodor's The Complete Guide to Africa Safaris guidebook is packed with maps, carefully...

Whether you want to visit beautiful Waikiki Beach, surf the big waves on the North Shore, or snorkel at Hanauma Bay, the local Fodor's travel experts in Hawaii are here to help! Fodor's Oahuguidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else...

With his sharp eye and gentle wit, Noah Adams doesn't just tell stories, he lets them unfold quietly, powerfully, and eloquently. Now the beloved host of NPR's All Things Considered and bestselling author of Piano Lessons takes us on a river journey through the...

On a bleak highway in the mountains of Tajikistan known as "the roof of the world", in July of 2018, Lauren Geoghegan and Jay Austin, along with two other cyclists, were brutally murdered by five ISIS terrorists.They were both Georgetown University graduates who had...