A winning combination of practical travel information, stunning color photographs, and rich maritime history makes Lighthouses of California your essential guide to maritime beacons in the Golden State. From Old Point Loma Light near San Diego to St. George Reef Light near Crescent City, the more than thirty-five lights included here are presented ......
There are fifty-five National Heritage Areas scattered across the US and they continue to grow in number and diversity. Though they're not officially national parks, their conservation, education, and recreation related objectives echo those of the national parks: to conserve nationally significant natural and cultural landscapes and to make them ......
A Guide to the State's Greatest Urban Hiking Adventures
Oregon, whimsical paradise of the Pacific Northwest, is known for its lush landscapes of forests and mountains. But you don't have to go all the way into the backcountry to experience what the state has to offer. In Urban Hikes Oregon you'll hit the trail to discover the landmarks and hotspots that shape the state's cities and towns. From ......
The 50 Greatest Players in Philadelphia Phillies History examines the careers of the 50 men who made the greatest impact on one of Major League Baseball's most iconic and successful franchises. The author ranks, from 1 to 50, the top 50 players in team history. Quotes from opposing players and former teammates are provided along the way, as are ......
Silent Cities: San Francisco chronicles the impact of cemeteries on American cities through the gold-rush development of San Francisco: the relocation of existing cemeteries and prohibition of burials within the city limits at the turn of the century, spawning America's first necropolis, the tiny town of Colma, and the culture of a place where ......
Travel Emergencies and Your Health, Safety & Security
In today's world, we must all be ready and informed about medical and security issues while traveling. Combining the expertise of three world experts in travel, health and safety, Lizard Bites & Street Riots: Travel Emergencies and Your Health, Safety, and Security is a compact resource certain to save lives, increase comfort, and generate peace ......
Linda and Dale are on the road again, measuring their journey not in miles, but in adventures. Once more accompanied by their two-dimensional companions and with God as their copilot, they are off to replenish jewelry-making supplies and inventory in Arizona for their summer shows in the Northeast. Just getting out of their driveway in Bliss ......
