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240 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
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English
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"Olympus, the Grand Canyon, Uluru and the Serengeti: national parks are home to the wonders of our natural world. Award-winning travel writer Aaron Millar explores the greatest national parks of the world, giving insider tips on how best to discover their secrets. From the home of the highest waterfall in the world in Canaima, Venezuela to the beautiful fjords of Hardangervidda, Norway, to searching for the giant panda in Jiuzhaigou, China and exploring...
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320 pages : color illustrations, map ; 21 x 27 cm.
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English
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Explore the best of Europe's amazing national parks. From the Lake District to the Black Forest, this beautiful introduction to 60 of Europe's parks is packed with panoramic photography, original illustrations, practical information, and inspiring tips on what to do and see in each. You'll have all the tools to plan the first of many exciting trips.
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1 videodisc (180 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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English
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It delves into the true wonder and beauty of nature, taking us through the seasons and centuries of some of the most spectacular sights on earth-Colorado's National Parks. With stunning photography of the parks filmed throughout the seasons, these three hour-long episodes explore the geological history of each park, the forces of nature that changed them, and the people they have inspired.
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128 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 29 cm
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English
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Presents a guide to some of the national parks of the United States, designated by state, and includes information on the history of each site and the plants and animals that can be found there.
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258 pages : illustrations (color), maps (color) ; 20 cm + 1 pull out map.
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English
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"Lonely Planet's California and Southwest USA's National Parks is your passport to the most up-to-date advice on what to see and skip. Hike down the Grand Canyon, marvel at Sequoia and chase waterfalls in Yosemite; all with your trusted travel companion.Get to the heart of California and Southwest USA's National Parks and begin your journey now!"--
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222 pages : illustrations, color maps ; 21 cm
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English
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"The US National Parks are full of amazing things to see from the incredible landscapes at the Grand Canyon to historical monuments like the Gateway Arch. But it can be easy to miss out on the best the parks have to offer if you don't know where to look or what to look for. 100 Things to See in the National Parks gives you a clear guide through the most interesting, unique, and awe-inspiring things at each of the 63 national parks throughout the United...
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"In these meditative reflections and breathtaking photos from our 61 national parks, from Acadia to Zion, discover a unique aspect of each park and how it connects to your own life. Sabbath, Perspective, Beginnings, Connections, Restoration--these are just a few of the themes you will explore on this national park journey. 'America's Holy Ground' features nearly 200 color photos, spiritual quotes and reflections, and guiding questions to take your...
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xv, 205 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 24 cm
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English
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"Based on the wildly popular Instagram account, Subpar Parks features both the greatest hits and brand-new content, all celebrating the incredible beauty and variety of America's national parks juxtaposed with the clueless and hilarious one-star reviews posted by visitors"--
Millions of travelers enjoy the national parks every year ... and some post one-star reviews after their visits. Share celebrates the parks with humor as she uses the visitors'...
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W.L. Moody Jr. natural history volume no. 35
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200 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 25 cm.
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English
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304 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 22 cm.
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English
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Whether you're taking in the views at the Grand Canyon, gambling in Las Vegas, or enjoying the hot pools at Jemez Springs, this in-depth guidebook provides all the travel information you need. It covers the major areas from Utah, Santa Fe, and Albuquerque to Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Arizona, and explores the region's culture, history, national parks, architecture, entertainment, shopping, tours, and scenic walks.
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398 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm
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English
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"This beautifully illustrated collection highlights America's 62 national parks and 38 state, recreational, and city parks and green spaces"--
Each two-to-four page spread highlights one of America's national parks, or a state, recreational, or city park and green spaces. The thumb-nail descriptions highlight the historic and cultural highlights of each location. No tourist information (contact information, prices, trails, restaurants or hotels)...
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ix, 222 pages : illustrations, maps ; 22 cm
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English
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Utah's five national parks; Arches, Bryce, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Zion hold some of the most awe-inspiring geology on the planet. Each park offers visitors the dramatic scenery that invites exploration and discovery. In 50 Best Short Hikes in Utah's National Parks, veteran hiking guide Greg Witt shares the best routes in each park, hikes that are both "must see" and accessible. Park visitors who are short on time will find this book to be...
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111 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 32 cm
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English
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Take a tour of America's great outdoors and discover the beauty and diversity of its most iconic and majestic national parks. Explore Florida's river-laced Everglades, travel down the white water rapids of the Grand Canyon, trek across the deserts of Death Valley and scale the soaring summits of the Rocky Mountains with this book that brings you up close to nature's greatest adventures. Packed with maps and fascinating facts about the flora and fauna...
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