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A travelogue of the Great Plains, from the site of Sitting Blue's cabin on the Grand River in South Dakota, to a rock shop made of fossilized dinosaur bones; from an abandoned house where Bonnie and Clyde terrorized the inhabitants in 1933, to the house of the murders in Capote's "In Cold Blood".
A beloved naturalist's guide to the northern wilderness around her remote cabin. "Helen Hoover is one of those rare writers who can describe the natural world warmly, intimately, and affectionately without being in the least sentimental or childish". Paul Gruchow In 1954, Helen Hoover and her husband Adrian left their careers and the big-city life ...
These are some of the items that Adrian Hoover jotted down on his to-do list, soon after he and his wife, Helen, gave up urban comforts for the deeper delights of the wilderness in 1954. The Years of the Forest by Helen Hoover elaborates on that deceptively short list and describes the difficulties inherent in accomplishing each of those tasks. In ...
Deeply moved by his mother's memories of a waning era and rapidly disappearing lifestyle, John Ise records the adventures and adversities of his family and boyhood neighbours, the early homesteaders of Osborne County, Kansas, presented here in this work.
These are essential guides to extraordinary travel. Discover the unusual and less-travelled. Written by locals, these guides provide information about the sights and experiences that they want to see and experience. From the best in local dining, quirky cultural tidbits to hidden attractions, unique finds plus many more. All have been fully ...
Created by local writers and photographers, "Compass American Guides" are the ultimate insider's guides, providing in-depth coverage of the history, culture, and character of America's most spectacular destinations. Covering everything there is to see and do as well as choice lodging and dining, these gorgeous full-colour guides are perfect for ...
Twenty years of essential, in-depth travel and relocation information written by locals. Insiders' Guides are packed with information about places to stay, where to eat, the best shopping districts, fun things to do with the kids, recreation, day trips, education and childcare, relocation tips, retirement information and local history.
In the wilderness, one false step can make the difference between a delightful respite and a brush with death. On a beautiful summer afternoon in 1998, Dan Stephens, a 22-year-old canoeist, was leading a trip deep into Ontario's Quetico Provincial Park. He stepped into a gap among cedar trees to look for the next portage - and did not return. More ...
The Black Hills have been famous ever since the gold rush days of the 1870s. This book takes a look at the remains of those ghosts: the camps, the stage stops, the communities, the people who made the Black Hills famous. The book details 600 towns and includes many historical and contemporary photos. Also included are maps and tips on how to ...
"Moon Minnesota" takes all the best of the state it puts in an all inclusive, user friendly handbook. From the old European charm of St. Paul to the sophistication of Minneapolis, the tall grass of the Prairieland to the quaint towns along the Mississippi, this is the essential guidebook to making your visit to Minnesota truly unique. While ...
Home to Mount Rushmore and the site of Custer's last stand, South Dakota's Black Hills are steeped in history. This comprehensive guidebook also features the area's restaurants, casinos, Native American heritage, and natural wonders.
This book is suitable for ages 3 years & over. Kids will count from one to 10 with some of Chicago's most beloved symbols - the Sears Tower, the el train, Navy Pier fireworks, Chicago-style hot dogs, and deep dish pizza - in this board book featuring contemporary illustrations, dazzling colours, and bold, clear design. The end of the book includes ...
This Illinois guide is jam packed with hundreds of fresh ideas for travelers seeking budget friendly excursions suitable for all ages. Readers will hit the road armed to explore the Land of Lincoln's landmarks, well-known and not so well-known, the historical to the quirky, from day trips to week long adventures. A handy list of community ...
One of a series of illustrated cultural, historical and practical tourist guides to individual cities and states of North America. The book includes coverage of the restaurants and nightlife of Minnesota, literary excerpts, and essays on a range of topics.
The Compass Guides provide color portraits of America for curious travelers who really want to understand where they're going. Here are America's best-loved cities and regions, with important information packed into enjoyable essays by expert residents who know how to pick out the truly interesting details. All this is accompanied by informative ...
Mobil Travel Guides feature in-depth profiles of the best lodgings, restaurants, sights and attractions that each easily drivable region has to offer. Comprehensive and easy to use, each Regional Travel Guide is full of exciting new tours and loaded with maps.
Mobil Travel Guides feature in-depth profiles of the best lodgings, restaurants, sights and attractions that each easily drivable region has to offer. Comprehensive and easy to use, each Regional Travel Guide is full of exciting new tours and loaded with maps.
This indispensable new guide features in-depth reporting on Kansas City, Missouri, and the surrounding region including Kansas City, Kansas. Famous for its barbecue, jazz, and blues traditions, this is the "City of Surprises." Maps. Photos.
From the port city of Duluth to Grand Portage National Monument near the Canadian border, the North Shore of Lake Superior is a favorite travel destination, popular for its breathtaking natural beauty, abundant outdoor recreation choices, and rich history. In this comprehensive and chatty guidebook, a long-time resident looks at the best places to ...
From the pen of a "Prairie Home Companion" writer comes this inspired collection of well-known and lesser-known Minnesota oddities. Read about places such as Basshenge and the Home of Swollen Big Toe, events such as the Eelpout Festival, and phenomena such as the world's largest prairie chicken. 6 maps. 50 photos.
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