Explore tips, opinions, and features on Thelon A River Sanctuary sold at 46.71 $ ; this product is listed in the Books & Magazines category, produced by , and sold by Abebooks.com.
David Pelly tells the Thelons story exploring the mystery of Mans relationship with this special place in the heart of Canadas vast Arctic barrenlands From Thanadelthur and Telaruk to JW Tyrrell John Hornby and Eric Morse the history is detailed complete and exciting The Thelon is the setting for a compelling Canadian adventure tale with all its drama intrigue joy and tragedy But the writer goes beyond that to contemplate the significance of the Thelon wilderness and to examine its uncertain futureIt is the richness of human experience layered on top of the natural splendour of the river valley and its wildlife that really sets the Thelon apart The place has a history both Native and nonNative which gives it standing beyond the intrinsic value of wilderness itselfDavid Pelly writes as one who has been there time and again He knows the Thelon from personal experience As a freelance writer for 20 years he has travelled many parts of the Arctic but claims that nowhere draws me back more powerfully than the Thelon
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David Pelly tells the Thelons story exploring the mystery of Mans relationship with this special place in the heart of Canadas vast Arctic barrenlands From Thanadelthur and Telaruk to JW Tyrrell John Hornby and Eric Morse the history is detailed complete and exciting The Thelon is the setting for a compelling Canadian adventure tale with all its drama intrigue joy and tragedy But the writer goes beyond that to contemplate the significance of the Thelon wilderness and to examine its uncertain futureIt is the richness of human experience layered on top of the natural splendour of the river valley and its wildlife that really sets the Thelon apart The place has a history both Native and nonNative which gives it standing beyond the intrinsic value of wilderness itselfDavid Pelly writes as one who has been there time and again He knows the Thelon from personal experience As a freelance writer for 20 years he has travelled many parts of the Arctic but claims that nowhere draws me back more powerfully than the Thelon
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Find tips, reviews, and features on Sanctuaries of Spanish New Mexico sold for 66.44 $ , available in the Books & Magazines category; this product belongs to and is sold by Abebooks.com.
Among the oldest buildings in the United States the churches of Spanish New Mexicomade of earth of stone of woodare the surprisingly fragile reminders of a unique amalgam of Spanish architectural ideas and native American Pueblo culture This book surveys the land and rivers the people and ideas that led to this compelling religious architecture it is also a guide to visiting these churches todayIn the ninth century the Anasazi progenitors of the Pueblo peoples constructed refined architectural complexes at Mesa Verde and Chaco Canyon Contact with the Spanish in the late 1500s transformed the world of these indigenous peoples changing their agricultural and living patternsas well as religious practices These changes were manifest architecturally in the sanctuaries the Spanish constructed as missions for the Indians or as parish churches for themselves First built roughly between 1600 and 1829 but continuing to be rebuilt into this century they were made of the very materials composing the land itselfIn Part I Marc Treib addresses the geographical anthropological and architectural aspects of church building in New Mexico and provides background on the church as both an institution and a building type Part II presents thirty churches in depth and discusses such topics as sitting construction in adobe and stone the use of light ornamentation and the issues surrounding restorationSanctuaries of Spanish New Mexico is the only book in print to include all the major church sites still extant Richly illustrated with specially prepared plans of the churches it will be welcomed by architectural historians and anyone with an interest in the American Southwest
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Surrounded by 20000 foot peaks which effectively seal off the mountain at their center the Nanda Devi Sanctuary was virtually impenetrable But in 1934 Eric Shipton and Bill Tilman made the first of their great Himalayan expeditions by forcing a way up the river gorge In 2000 the Sanctuary was entered for one single visit Hugh Thomson was offered a place on this unique expedition led by Eric Shiptons son John Shipton and the great Indian mountaineer Colonel Kumar This journey forms the basis of the book Woven through it are all the amazing stories that surround the mountaina powerful blend of myths and politics
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The Amish of River Haven offer sanctuary and solaceeven to those with a dangerous pastIn the wake of his estranged wifes murder widower Michael Forster returns to the Amish community hed left as a teen He wants a fresh start for himself and his daughter Allie away from those who still believe hes guilty In River Haven a quieter life seems possible If only Allies Amish schoolteacher Catherine Brandt was easier to ignoreA problem solver by nature Cathy can tell Allies withdrawn demeanor isnt due to shyness But getting through to Allie also means breaching her fathers hardened defenses What starts as persistence soon grows into an attraction neither Cathy nor Michael saw coming When the past suddenly threatens both his daughter and the woman he loves Michael must risk everything to save them
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Explore tips, opinions, and features on Kayaker s Guide to the sold at 20.2 $ ; this product is listed in the Books & Magazines category, produced by , and sold by Abebooks.com.
Author Shari Aber leads the reader on thirtythree guided paddles in the heart of the Hudson River ValleyDutchess Orange Ulster Greene Columbia Putnam Westchester amp Sullivan countiesthrough such magnificent waterways as Tivoli Bays Constitution Marsh RamsHornLivingston Sanctuary the Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge the Delaware Wallkill Tenmile Croton amp Neversink rivers and the Esopus Wappinger Otter Kill Black Stockport Catskill Bashakill DuBois Fishkill amp Rondout creeks plus thirtyseven Hudson Valley lakes ponds and reservoirs Meet bald eagles blue heron swans and beavers on the quieter waters far from the noise the traffic and the madding crowds Includes maps photographs tips on safety and directories of outfitters and environmental organizations offering equipment instructions or guided tours
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Explore tips, opinions, and features on Time Is a River sold at 20 $ ; this product is listed in the Books & Magazines category, produced by , and sold by Abebooks.com.
Rehabilitating from breast cancer in a North Carolina mountain sanctuary Mia London discovers the lost journal of a 1920s flyfisherwoman whose writings inspire Mia to reconnect with the natural world and investigate a local secret By the author of The Beach House
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Survivor Tocantins features an exotic location that proves to be one of the most rugged locations ever visited 16 castaways find themselves stranded in the sweltering interior of Brazil for 39 days with only the Rio Novo River oasis available to them as a sanctuary Divided into the Jalapao Tribe and Timbira Tribe the castaways are a diverse group A school principal a former pop star an entrepreneur an army sergeant a selfproclaimed dragon slayer and future Blood vs Water castaway T
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Discover information, advice, and prices for Adventures in Middle Earth Rhovanion sold for 52.6 $ , available in the Books & Magazines category; this product is sold by Abebooks.com and made by .
The Rhovanion Region Guide is an invaluable resource for Adventures in Middleearth further describing the lands of the River and the Forest the rolling Vales of Anduin and the trackless forest of Mirkwood It expands on the descriptions given in the core Guides offering new sanctuaries and new perils for Playerheroes to discover
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Lace up your boots and sample some of the best trails in New England Trek through verdant forests in southcentral Connecticut amble along secluded rivers and bays at wildlife sanctuaries in Rhode Island explore the lush hills of Litchfield County In this updated edition of a classic veteran hikers and outdoor writers Rhonda and George Ostertag will introduce you to the best outdoor adventures southern New England has to offer
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Explore tips, opinions, and features on Withymead a Jungian community for sold at 135.99 $ ; this product is listed in the Books & Magazines category, produced by , and sold by Abebooks.com.
Withymead a house beside the river Exe was turned into a unique sanctuary of healing for people in mental distress by its owners George and Irene Champernowne during WWII This book is an intimate and dramatic account about the house written by a psychiatrist who knew the community well
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Explore tips, opinions, and features on Amphibians and Reptiles of Land sold at 23.7 $ ; this product is listed in the Books & Magazines category, produced by , and sold by Abebooks.com.
Known for its natural beauty Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area is the largest inland peninsula in the United States Consisting of 170000 acres of forested and protected public land between Kentucky Lake Tennessee River and Lake Barkley Cumberland River this scenic sanctuary is visited by more than 14 million nature lovers annually and encompasses many diverse habitats each supporting a particular community of plants and animalsAmphibians and Reptiles of Land Between the Lakes is your guide to some of the oftenoverlooked residents of this unique ecosystem The authors offer detailed descriptions and stunning color photographs of the salamanders frogs toads turtles lizards and snakes found in the region Each entry includes the species scientific and common names as well as information on its distribution habitat and natural history An extensive glossary assists readers in identifying the animalsThis handy reference illustrates the collective ecological effect that these underappreciated species have on the habitats in which they thrive Whether you are a professional or backyard naturalist Amphibians and Reptiles of Land Between the Lakes is an indispensable resource for understanding these fascinating creatures
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Discover information, advice, and prices for Adventures in Middle Earth Rhovanion sold for 87.6 $ , available in the Books & Magazines category; this product is sold by Abebooks.com and made by .
The Rhovanion Region Guide is an invaluable resource for Adventures in Middleearth further describing the lands of the River and the Forest the rolling Vales of Anduin and the trackless forest of Mirkwood It expands on the descriptions given in the core Guides offering new sanctuaries and new perils for Playerheroes to discover
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Discover information, advice, and prices for Withymead Centre a Jungian Community sold for 497.98 $ , available in the Books & Magazines category; this product is sold by Abebooks.com and made by .
Withymead a house beside the river Exe was turned into a unique sanctuary of healing for people in mental distress by its owners George and Irene Champernowne during WWII This book is an intimate and dramatic account about the house written by a psychiatrist who knew the community well
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Explore tips, opinions, and features on Comb Ridge and Its People sold at 22.76 $ ; this product is listed in the Books & Magazines category, produced by , and sold by Abebooks.com.
West of the Four Corners and east of the Colorado River in southeastern Utah a unique onehundredmilelong twohundredfoothigh serrated cliff cuts the sky Whether viewed as barrier wall or sheltering sanctuary Comb Ridge has helped define life and culture in this region for thousands of years Today the area it crosses is still relatively remote though an important part of a scenic complex of popular tourist destinations that includes Natural Bridges National Monument and Grand Gulch just to the west Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and Lake Powell a bit farther west Canyonlands National Park to the north Hovenweep National Monument to the east and the San Juan River and Monument Valley to the south Prehistorically Comb Ridge split an intensively used Ancient Puebloan homeland It later had similar culturalboth spiritual and practicalsignificance to Utes Paiutes and Navajos and played a crucial role in the history of European American settlement To tell the story of this rock that is unlike any other rock in the world and the diverse people whose lives it has affected Robert S McPherson author of multiple books on Navajos and on the Four Corners region draws on the findings of a major federally funded project to research the cultural history of Comb Ridge He carries the story forward to contention over present and future uses of Comb Ridge and the spectacular country surrounding it
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Explore tips, opinions, and features on Preservation Hall sold at 33.36 $ ; this product is listed in the Books & Magazines category, produced by , and sold by Abebooks.com.
Preservation Hall located in the French Quarter just three blocks from the Mississippi River remains an icon of New Orleans and an essential stop for all fans of traditional jazz Since the early 1960s The Hall has served as a sanctuary for the Crescent Citys rich and illustrious jazz heritage a haven for players and an incubator for successive generations of jazz musiciansSeven nights a week the venue fills to capacity with diehard fans and curious tourists eager to hear live New Orleans jazz played by a mix of veteran musicians and upandcoming players Preservation Hall dedicates itself to the authentic performance of traditional jazz The space inside seems simple and a large portion of the audience must stand in the back behind a limited number of benches chairs and floor cushions The Hall has no dance floor and serves no food or drink In Preservation Hall the music alone fills the space between listener and playerIn their rare behindthescenes portrait New Orleans photographer Shannon Brinkman and audio documentarian Eve Abrams capture the rhythm and cool of this historic club with both a pulsating array of images and the heartfelt words of band members
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