Places and peoples: general and pictorial works Books

Tucked high in the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range, Lake Tahoe offers breathtaking views no matter what time of year you choose to arrive. This collection of stunning photographs allow you to explore the naturally rich landscape from shear granite cliffs...

Life Beneath The Waves: And A Description Of The Brighton Aquarium is a book written by E. Birch in 1871. The book provides a fascinating insight into the world of marine life, exploring the creatures that live beneath the waves and their habitats. Birch...

Embark on an enchanting journey through the heart of Italy with our meticulously crafted "Italy Travel Guide" - your passport to an unforgettable adventure! Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Italy's captivating landscapes, iconic landmarks, and...

Descriptions to all of Indiana's 91 Remaining Historic Covered Bridges, as well as photos of each one. **GPS Positions **Written Driving Directions** **Instructions for 3 Self-Guided Tours **Basic Info for each Site **Photo Tips for each...

This full colour 8.5 x 11 book covers the people, landscape, wildlife and cities of this amazing country and was shot by international photographer Keith Hern on his visit in autumn 2010. Areas visited include Harare, Bulawayo, Victoria Falls, Hwange...

This book is pictorial with captions. The photographs are not of the beauty which one may hang in ones home or office. Like the title says, From the Train. Many of the photographs were shot from an aging 35MM instimatic camera using mainly existing light...

This volume rejoins the backgammon epic in mid-2011, just as its carnival years were winding down. The projects of online money backgammon and television series on the poker model were failing; and with their demise a new landscape came in to view: drawn...

Marian Cruger Coffin (1876-1957), one of the first American women to work as a professional landscape architect, may not be a household name; however, with designs at some of America's foremost horticultural institutions, it should be. While Coffin's...

Soon after the first buildings were completed, a fire department was established in Forsyth County in 1772. The Town of Salem purchased the first fire pump in the state in 1785 after a tavern burned down the year before. Old Salem's Market and Fire House...

Two trips to Florence and Tuscany prompted us to write this book. We have been amazed by Florence, the Tuscan Hill Towns, and The Cinque Terre. Architecture and history are discussed for the entire region. The towns in this book are Florence, Siena, San...

In the 1950s, when few people had the means or opportunity to travel the world, the Cold War was at its height. On one side stood the Western powers; on the other, an uneasy alliance between Russia and Communist China. Young National Servicemen manned a...

This book about Kenya and its amazing animals is designed for young readers.

With 275 postcard images, this visual account of Ocean City's historic boardwalk, renowned beach, and surrounding bay and ocean waters draws on the extensive Fisher Collection--perhaps the best private postcard collection on the Eastern Shore.

Nahant, Massachusetts, 12 miles north of Boston, consists of two islands connected to the mainland by a causeway. Small in land area--1.2 square miles--it has a big history. This book examines Nahant thematically in over 200 images. East Point is seen as...

Explore long-lost and never-before-seen images of downtown, Mayfair Mall's Ice Chalet, Brady Street, the Mitchell Park Domes, Milwaukee County Stadium, and much, much more. Introduced by Kodak in 1935, Kodachrome quickly became popular with professional...

This book will take you through a relaxing meditative journey through the south west region of San Diego, Chula Vista, California.Sit back, relax, and enjoy... The beautiful perspectives, and simple elements of life... -Arturo Espinoza Jr.

Comments:"Your descriptions of the places you have been and the things you are doing are not only informative but quite amusing." Bobbi M."We're all living this awesome opportunity through you (of course, me personally, without the visuals of halter...

This handsome catalogue offers a fascinating glimpse into the American West of the late 19th century. It features hundreds of stereoscopic photographs that capture the majestic natural beauty and the human labor involved in building the Union Pacific...

THE TRUTH ABOUT TRIBAL ETHIOPIA A picture is worth a thousand words. How much is the value of 286 pictures by the Dutch photographer Ingetje Tadros telling you the Truth of Tribal Ethiopia? Amazing and astonishing. Have a look inside and feel the threats...

Here is a collection of photos of my father's ancestors that were passed down through the generations. The oldest ancestor I have a picture of was my great-great-grandfather Auguste Ducloisel Bertrand, born in 1837. He was a Civil War Veteran and wounded...

A Source book for Photographers and Explorers.*Descriptions to all of the Mid-Atlantic Region's 41 Remaining Historic Covered Bridges, as well as multiple color photographs of them.* GPS Positions and written directions.* Photo tips for each bridge.*A...

Photos...from this side of Heaven! is a collection of photographs that the Author had taken while working on the road in Alaska and in California's Yesimti National Park and Sequoia National Park. Just the beauty of the photos makes you wonder and ask...

This book is a stunning photographic journey through the iconic Petrified Forest in Arizona. With vivid images and detailed descriptions, Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railway Company captures the majesty and mystery of this natural wonder. This book is...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

Mtskheta, Georgia’s Holy City.Mtskheta is one of the oldest cities in Georgia and its former capital. Lodged only twenty kilometers north of Tbilisi, it stands at the confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers. The importance of its service to...

New Life in Dzveli T’bilisi.Originally an administrative district, Old Tbilisi is a distinct area of the Republic of Georgia’s largest city. At its heart, the Tbilisi Historic District straddles the Kura River. On the left bank are the...

Rising from the dazzling jewel that is the Tyrrhenian Sea, the island of Capri captivates.Near Naples and Sorrento, this rocky island has been used as a resort since the time of the Romans. In the water, the towering sea stacks called faraglioni change...

This book is the true story of a family sailing adventure around 95 percent of the world over a nine-year period from Sept. 1997 to June 2006. Our youngest daughter Leslie and her husband Bob were married only two weeks before we left Seattle, and their...

This stunning collection of photographs captures the enchanting beauty of Japan and its bamboo forests. From majestic temples to serene landscapes, this portfolio showcases some of Japan's most breathtaking sights. Ideal for fans of travel photography...

Collage de Rachel Wrong opens your eyes and heart to the seldom seen world of prostitution and addiction.Lily and Gregg met Rachel in Tijuana, where she struggled with heroin addiction. Rachel was a poet and prostitute and she shared her poetry with them...

Russian North is an unfathomable, mysterious and harsh land. Only specially set romantic souls can understand and appreciate the beauty of this area. Today we will start our amazingly beautiful, unusual and even exotic Polar Circle journey. On our way we...

"I really enjoyed this little devotional book. . . .The spiritual lesson is valuable to the believer's walk with Christ."~Susan Snodgrass, Christian book reviewerGod is in the details and can be found in even the smallest elements in nature...

Explore the stunning landscapes of Dartmoor through a collection of breathtaking photos captured by Robert Burnard. From the wild and rugged tors to the tranquil river valleys, this book provides a beautiful glimpse into one of England's most iconic...

Lidice, a village in what is now the Czech Republic, could not be wiped away.After SS officer Reinhard Heydrich was assassinated, Lidice was targeted in a cruel reprisal. Hundreds died and the village was razed. Nothing remained until a handful of...

From March 1 to April 3, 2014, Andra Watkins walked the Natchez Trace, all 444-miles. How does a person fill the time when walking alongside a highway fifteen miles a day for thirty-four days? To stave off boredom and deflect pain, she took pictures. Of...

Prague offers truly beautiful discoveries only minutes away from the crowded tourist sites.Most people who visit Prague limit their experience to the small area bounded by Old Town Square and Prague Castle. Only a block or two away from the main...

The Jewels of Virginia is a stunningly-photographed book that explores the natural beauty and landmarks of Virginia. Created by Gary and Clemmitt alongside George Wythe Munford, this book offers a stunning visual tour of the Commonwealth of Virginia,...

This book features stunning photographs of Niagara Falls, including both summer and winter views, as well as the surrounding area. It serves as a perfect memento for anyone who has visited the falls or as a beautiful introduction to those who have not...

Old Jamestown is an unincorporated CDP (Census Designated Place) in far north St. Louis County, Missouri. Its fascinating history includes a Native American settlement associated with the prehistoric Cahokia Mounds in Illinois, land-grant holders of...