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Wilderness A to Z: An Essential Guide to the Great Outdoors (Outdoor and Nature) [Paperback]

Rachel Carley (Author)


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Outdoor and Nature October 23, 2001
A world of dazzling beauty, heart-stopping adventure, and remarkable diversity, the American wilderness has attracted explorers, artists, writers, philosophers, and millions of hikers, anglers, mountaineers, and outdoor enthusiasts.

You'll find their hard-won knowledge and secrets in Rachel Carley's marvelously absorbing Wilderness A to Z. More than 200 photographs and line drawings give life to a richly detailed text. Here you'll find information on:

Wilderness recreation, safety, and trail etiquette -- from finding the right boots and sleeping bags to emergency signals and advice on surviving encounters with bears Geological, botanical, and wildlife wonders of every state, from Alaska to the Everglades to the Adirondacks, including the Rockies, Yellowstone, and Yosemite Pioneering and contemporary naturalists, literary figures, and advocates whose vision has helped protect natural wonders, from seashores to scenic trails

Blending striking visual images with practical, geographical, and historical information, "Wilderness A to Z" is a nature lover's literary feast.


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John Muir The clearest way into the universe is through a forest wilderness. -- Review

About the Author

Rachel Carley's previous books include Cabin Fever and The Visual Dictionary of American Domestic Architecture. She lives in Woodbury, Connecticut, and is a frequent visitor to the Adirondacks.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 368 pages
  • Publisher: Fireside; First Edition edition (October 23, 2001)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0743200578
  • ISBN-13: 978-0743200578
  • Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.3 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,429,981 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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The idea for a compendium of essays and related resource information touching on the diverse range of topics and personalities found in Wilderness A to Z grew out of an appreciation for how the American wilderness has been a defining theme for so many aspects of enterprise, achievement, and debate throughout the country's history. Read the first page
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New York, Forest Service, National Park Service, Grand Canyon, United States, Yellowstone National Park, Department of the Interior, Hudson River, Great Lakes, Yosemite Valley, John Muir, Buffalo Bill, Sierra Nevada, Great Smoky Mountains, National Wildlife Refuge System, New Mexico, North America, Colorado River, New England, Walt Whitman, Department of Agriculture, Frederic Remington, New Hampshire, San Francisco, Selected Works
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