This essential guidebook for anyone looking to hit the road, from the weekend warriors to the full-time nomads, combines practical information, inspirational photography, and engaging stories of travel and adventure.
This book covers all aspects of landscape photography, including expert advice on: how to select the right gear for landscape photography; shooting and composition technique; preparation – how to create your own luck; how to set your camera for success; how to find your own landscape style; sharing and showcasing your photos.
A Journey through the River's Cultures and Characters
The story of a journey of discovery on the countrys most celebrated waterway, and an exploration of the wonderment, joy, and fear that will invariably grab hold of you when youre sitting alone in a 14-foot plastic boat on Americas greatest river: the mighty Mississippi.
From beginners to thru-hikers, Discovering the Appalachian Trail has something for anyone that wants a connection with the nation's longest marked footpath at approximately 2,181 miles. Starting at Springer Mountain in Georgia and finishing far to the north in Maine's Mount Katahdin, the A.T. crosses 14 states, 6 national parks, and 8 national ......
A Tour of the Metro Region's Top National Landmarks
What do the oldest black church in the country, an Arts-and-Crafts-style artists' studio building, a concrete football stadium, and an acoustically perfect performance space have in common? They are all National Historic Landmarks located in Boston. In fact, the city boasts more National Historic Landmarks per square mile than any other major city ......
This is the story of the historic ship Vega’s first missions of mercy—a real-life sea tale complete with vicious storms, exotic locations, heart-rending moments, and priceless glimpses into real life on some of the world’s most remote tropical islands.
In December 2004, Shane Granger and his partner, Meggi Macoun, had just completed a ......
Secret Gardens, Hidden Places, and Stories of the City of Light
A multilayered exploration of Paris--its people and stories. This book weaves a narrative that takes the readers into secret and hidden places, even in the midst of the most well-known Paris destinations. Drawing upon her many years of research and travel, McAuliffe searches out beauty and historic meaning within a busy, modern-day city and a ......
The Oregon Trail, the route of the pioneers during the largest mass migration in United States history, was a long and difficult journey made by Americans nearly two centuries ago. This guidebook, rich with photos, interviews, and information about the famous landmarks, facilities, individuals, activities, and towns along the trail, will please ......
