The Last River : John Wesley Powell and the Colorado River Exploring Expedition

DescriptionExplore one of the nation's greatest natural wonders and celebrate the 100th birthday of Grand Canyon National Park with this grand voya...

Reducere. With "The Exploration of the Colorado River and its Canyons", readers can explore the one-thousand miles of the Colorado River in its natural state...

Reducere. One of the great works of American exploration literature, this account of a scientific expedition forced to survive famine, attacks, mutiny, and s...

Reducere. A Canyon Voyage; The Narrative of the Second Powell Expedition down the Green-Colorado River from Wyoming, and the Explorations on Land, in the Yea...

Reducere. If the word "hero" still belonged in the historian's lexicon, it would certainly be applied to John Wesley Powell. Intrepid explorer, careful scien...

Explore the delightful journey along the beautiful river Fowey. A must read not only for those who know the river but also for those who have yet t...

Reducere. "Powerful and engaging. Truly an inspiring and emotional story of bravery and sacrifice ... a must read." --Nelson DeMille, #1 NYT Bestselling Auth...

Reducere. Charles H. Sternberg was a young man of 28 when he came to look for fossils near the John Day River. Early in his career as an internationally accl...

A poignant novel about infatuation, class, and obligationPublisher: Europa Editions (UK) LtdAuthor(s): Karen PowellNumber of pages: 272Publication ...

Reducere. "The American Fly Fishing Experience" brings to light Theodore Gordon's private life and his lost fly fishing inventions. It is the only book to do...

DescriptionThe majesty of the Grand Canyon is celebrated from the Colorado River as it continues to carve America's natural wonder from a mile belo...

Reducere. In this independently funded study, the authors address the future of the world's supplies of clean water, exploring in depth the U.S.A.'s Colorado...

Reducere. What are the essentials you'll need to begin an off-the-grid lifestyle, and how do you get started? This practical how-to guide considers all aspec...

Experience the serene vistas and unforgettable thrills of this stunning national treasure with Moon Grand Canyon. Inside you'll find: Flexible Itin...

DescriptionGives readers a close-up look at the history and importance of the San Antonio River Walk. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, si...

Reducere. In 1963 the waters began rising behind Glen Canyon Dam and 170 miles of the Colorado River slowly disappeared as the riverbed and surrounding canyo...

Reducere. Spur AwardsFrom a recognized authority on the High Plains Indians wars comes this narrative history blending both American Indian and U.S. Army per...

In 1954, in the cookhouse of a logging and sawmill settlement in northern New Hampshire, a twelve-year-old boy mistakes the local constable's girlf...

Reducere. Based on accounts by C.R. Robinson, who unintentionally caused the Colorado River to escape, and H.T. Cory, who, with the resources of the Southern...

Reducere. Determined to improve his struggling family's financial situation, sixteen-year-old Tom Wade leaves England in 1860 and sets out for the untamed wi...

Reducere. DescriptionNative American Prayer Trees of Colorado is a book about the cultural tradition of a people. John Wesley Anderson takes his readers on a...

Reducere. Science Be Dammed is an alarming reminder of the high stakes in the management--and perils in the mismanagement--of water in the western United Sta...

Reducere. *Includes pictures*Includes a bibliography for further reading"My first scene with Bill, a night shot on the back lot, happened before we'd even me...

Reducere. *Includes pictures*Includes a bibliography for further reading"My first scene with Bill, a night shot on the back lot, happened before we'd even me...

Reducere. "The smallest meaningful unit of magical power is one mortal life."So said the Fae and the Dead who ruled the Spellbound World... until they vanish...

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A gripping and beautifully illustrated story set in the heart of the Amazon, featuring dramatic encounters with animals, dangerous rapids and extra...

The Expedition Of Don Diego Dionisio De Peñalosa Governor Of New Mexico From Santa Fe To The River Mischipi And Quivira In 1662has been considered ...

*Includes pictures*Includes a bibliography for further reading"My first scene with Bill, a night shot on the back lot, happened before we'd even me...

Reducere. "The Earth is a book and, with the proper tools, we can read it." -- Thomas E. Cochrane, CA Professional Geologist For the curious, here's a compel...

Reducere. In 1804, Meriwether Lewis, William Clark, and their team set out on an exciting yet challenging expedition into the American West. They faced many ...

DescriptionThis comprehensive guide provides general logistical information for park visitors plus interpretive information about Theodore Roosevel...

Reducere. If you have taken even a short walk on any beach in Oregon, you have been on the Oregon Coast Trail. This wonderfully scenic and diverse trail exte...

After China's November 1950 intervention in the war and the subsequent battle of the Chosin Reservoir, UN forces faced a new onslaught in the sprin...

Reducere. The engaging adventure novel to support social and emotional learning for our youth todayThe scene was chaotic on the shore of the Opa River. A you...

Reducere. "Betty Zane" is a historical novel about Elizabeth "Betty" Zane McLaughlin Clark (1765-1823), a heroine of the Revolutionary War on the American fr...

Reducere. Born with a rare, incurable genetic disorder that doctors misdiagnosed until her 30s, Amy's right leg swelled until it was 200% bigger than her lef...

"Readers will be rewarded by a knowledgeable presentation of modern minisub technology, and the extended escape-and-evasion narrative..." --Publish...

Reducere. "An undeniably seaworthy tale for military-action buffs...fortunately, Ingram has much of WWII yet to serve." --BooklistFour Japanese bombers dive ...

"Readers will be rewarded by a knowledgeable presentation of modern minisub technology, and the extended escape-and-evasion narrative..." --Publish...

"An undeniably seaworthy tale for military-action buffs...fortunately, Ingram has much of WWII yet to serve." --BooklistFour Japanese bombers dive ...

In this redesigned edition of Scott O'Dell's classic novel, a young Native American woman, accompanied by her infant and her cruel husband, experie...

Redescopera farmecul lecturii si alege-ti de pe elefant.ro carti in limba engleza scrise de autori consacrati. Iti punem la dispozitie sute de mii ...

Reducere. A confused and misguided youngster stays with a Christian family while his mother is institutionalized. The family helps him discover the source of...

Reducere. King of the Golden River is, in equal parts, a fairy tale, a fable, an origin myth, and a parable. A lovely story about the power of love and kindn...

Reducere. A thoroughly practical guide to making wine, beer, cider, and infusions at home. In this compact, handsome guide, the inimitable John Wright detail...

King of the Golden River is, in equal parts, a fairy tale, a fable, an origin myth, and a parable. A lovely story about the power of love and kindn...

Reducere. - Evocative photographs of one of the world's most famous pilgimages - All 88 temples illustrated and discussed - Includes accounts by former pilgr...

This book is about what happened when Tappan Adney travelled from New York City to the small town of Woodstock, New Brunswick in 1887 at the age of...