Hudson River Journey: Images from Lake Tear of the Clouds to New York Harbor (Hardcover)

~ (Author, Photographer), Joanne Michaels (Author), Alex Matthiessen (Introduction), Pete Seeger (Foreword)

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Product Description

This stunning photographic journey follows the path of the Hudson River from north to south, through the Catskills and the surrounding valley region, all the way to New York City.

Bursting with historical, cultural, and natural abundance, the Hudson River Valley region has captured the imaginations and the hearts of generations of writers, artists, and adventurers. Now two Hudson Valley natives have teamed up to capture the beauty and the passion of this special region.

More than 100 full-color photos lavishly display the varied terrain from the sheer, abrupt cliffs of the Shawangunk range to the quiet, tidal backwaters along the river and the serene mystique of the fertile countryside. From covered bridges to lighthouses, from ice climbing to bucolic vistas, there is something here for every set of eyes. Photos are gracefully complemented with rich text from one of the region's most experienced and dedicated travel writers. 95 color photographs, appendix.

About the Author

Hardie Truesdale's photography has been represented by galleries throughout the country. National Geographic Books, the Sierra Club, the Audubon Society, The Mohonk Preserve, and The Nature Conservancy have all featured his work. He lives in Gardiner, New York. Joanne Michaels is the author of six books, including The Best of the Hudson River Valley and Catskill Mountains: An Explorer's Guide and Let's Take the Kids: Great Places to go with Children in New York's Hudson Valley. The former editor-in-chief of Hudson Valley magazine, she lives in Woodstock, New York.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 128 pages
• Publisher: Countryman Press; 1 edition (October 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0881505943
• ISBN-13: 978-0881505948
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 9.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #662,130 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Gorgeous, January 26, 2004

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This is a fantastic celebration of the Hudson River and its environs. Beautifully photographed, with just the right amount of narration, interestingly told. A unique feature is the addition of driving directions to each one of these exquisite places, at the end of the book. Very nicely done overall!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A WONDERFUL RESOURCE...., October 3, 2008

By	Ed Greco - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

...JUST A WONDERFUL SOURCE BOOK FULL OF GREAT PIX AND WHOLESOME DESCRIPTIONS FOR LOCALS AS WELL AS VISITORS.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book, November 4, 2006

By	Chas. (West Palm Beach, FL) - See all my reviews

I bought this book as a gift for my wife, who is orginally from the Hudson Valley. She loves it.