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Haunted Marietta: History and Mystery in Ohio's Oldest City
ISBN: 9781596299481 / Angielski / Miękka / 125 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Haunted Marietta: History and Mystery in Ohio's Oldest City explores the supernatural side of the state's first settlement. Visit a crumbling 1855 mansion whose original owner still roams the halls, sit in the plush red seats of an abandoned theatre and climb an ancient Indian burial mound. Encounter river pirates, fugitive slaves, an axe murderer, jealous lovers and inept morticians. Haunted Marietta delves into various types of otherworldly phenomena, examines the difference between ghost stories and reports of supernatural activity and discusses why certain people become spirits. From an...
Haunted Marietta: History and Mystery in Ohio's Oldest City explores the supernatural side of the state's first settlement. Visit a crumbling 1855 man...
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95,13 zł |
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A Photographer's Guide to Ohio
ISBN: 9780821419601 / Angielski / Miękka / 200 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. In "A Photographer s Guide to Ohio"" "Ian Adams, Ohio s leading landscape photographer, guides readers to some of the most photogenic sites in the Buckeye State. Natural beauty and historic architecture are prime subjects for photographers, and in a state that boasts 3,600 buildings on the National Register of Historic Places and is home to the world s largest Amish communities, the photographic subjects seem endless. With nearly one hundred color photographs, Adams demonstrates through his own work how to capture the beauty of the seasons when photographing Ohio s covered bridges,... In "A Photographer s Guide to Ohio"" "Ian Adams, Ohio s leading landscape photographer, guides readers to some of the most photogenic sites in the ... |
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135,59 zł |
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Columbus Impressions
ISBN: 9781560375135 / Angielski / Miękka / 80 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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56,02 zł |
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Birds of the Midwest
ISBN: 9781591932857 / Angielski / Other Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This gorgeous deck of playing cards features photographs by Stan Tekiela of 54 of the most common and appreciated bird species of the Midwest--including the cardinal, blue jay, oriole, and more All featured species are applicable for the Midwestern states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Anyone who enjoys nature will love having these cards for playing their favorite games or to use as bird identification flash cards.
This gorgeous deck of playing cards features photographs by Stan Tekiela of 54 of the most common and appreciated bird species of the Midwest--includi...
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25,74 zł |
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Iowa Chat Pack: Fun Questions to Spark Iowa Conversations
ISBN: 9780981994673 / Angielski / Miękka Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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64,72 zł |
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Roadside History of Illinois
ISBN: 9780878425990 / Angielski / Miękka / 475 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Did you know that Chicago was named for a wild onion? Or that the only president born in Illinois was Ronald Reagan? Or that the Ferris Wheel, processed cheese, the game of softball, the fly swatter, and the automatic dishwasher were all invented by Illinoisans? You'll find these stories and hundreds more in Roadside History of Illinois, an entertaining and revealing tour of the Prairie State's historical places.
Native Illinoisan Stan Banash describes the state's diverse history as he guides readers along its highways and byways, sometimes tracing routes with a history of their own (the... Did you know that Chicago was named for a wild onion? Or that the only president born in Illinois was Ronald Reagan? Or that the Ferris Wheel, process...
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86,52 zł |
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Swedish Chicago
ISBN: 9781531617806 / Angielski / Twarda / 130 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. At the turn of the 20th century, Chicago was home to the largest Swedish population of any city in the world outside of Stockholm. In the 1920s, Sweden experienced an economic depression and population growth that sparked another rush of Swedish immigration to America and Chicago, where they settled in large numbers in Andersonville and North Park. Chicago has been home to many famous and influential Swedes, including writers Carl Sandburg and Nelson Algren, and builder and developer Andrew Lanquist, who gave us both Wrigley Field and the Wrigley Building. Tour Chicagos Swedish heritage, from...
At the turn of the 20th century, Chicago was home to the largest Swedish population of any city in the world outside of Stockholm. In the 1920s, Swede...
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138,39 zł |
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Rocks & Minerals of Wisconsin, Illinois & Iowa: A Field Guide to the Badger, Prairie & Hawkeye States
ISBN: 9781591934516 / Angielski / Miękka / 244 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Get the perfect guide to rocks and minerals in the Heartland The book features comprehensive entries for 96 rocks and minerals of Wisconsin, Illinois and Iowa, from common rocks to rare finds. The easy-to-use format means you'll quickly find what you need to know and where to look, while the authors' photographs depict the detail needed for identification - no need to guess from line drawings. With this field guide in hand, identifying and collecting can be fun and informative.
Get the perfect guide to rocks and minerals in the Heartland The book features comprehensive entries for 96 rocks and minerals of Wisconsin, Illinois...
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64,67 zł |
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Midlife Crisis on the Road
ISBN: 9781478731436 / Angielski / Miękka / 1072 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. During a quiet moment flying above the Atlantic on the way home from a vacation in London that coincided with his 47th birthday, Greg found himself reminiscing about the wonderful time away from work. But as he thought more and more about it, Greg realized he wanted something different from life; something other than grinding for a paycheck and something that would erase the notion that middle age is the place where dreams go to die. And topping that list of desires for something different was a desire to no longer go to work. Within minutes and without warning, Greg found himself engulfed in...
During a quiet moment flying above the Atlantic on the way home from a vacation in London that coincided with his 47th birthday, Greg found himself re...
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198,41 zł |
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Beatles Illinois: A Travel Guide to Beatles Sites in Chicago and All of Illinois
ISBN: 9781500967581 / Angielski / Miękka / 116 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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40,83 zł |
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A Photographer's Guide to Ohio: Volume 2
ISBN: 9780821421499 / Angielski / Miękka / 312 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Ian Adams is perhaps the best-known landscape photographer in Ohio, and in the first volume of "A Photographer s Guide to Ohio, " he shared his knowledge of what to photograph in the Buckeye State and how to photograph it. Now, in this second volume, Adams expands on his previous work, adding over 120 natural features, scenic rivers and byways, zoos and public gardens, historic buildings and murals, and even winter lighting displays to the list of places to visit and photograph in Ohio. In addition to advice on photographing landscapes, he offers tips for capturing excellent images of...
Ian Adams is perhaps the best-known landscape photographer in Ohio, and in the first volume of "A Photographer s Guide to Ohio, " he shared his knowle...
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131,74 zł |
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Imagining the American West through Film and Tourism
ISBN: 9781138785236 / Angielski / Twarda / 268 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The West is one of the strongest and most enduring place images in the world and its myth is firmly rooted in popular culture - whether novels, film, television, music, clothing and even video games. The West combines myth and history, rugged natural scenery and wide open spaces, popular culture and promises of transformation. These imagined places draw in tourists, attracted by a cultural heritage that is part fictional and mediatised. In turn, tourism operators and destination marketing organisations refashion what they present to fit these imagined images.
This book explores this... The West is one of the strongest and most enduring place images in the world and its myth is firmly rooted in popular culture - whether novels, film, ...
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756,45 zł |
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Iowa: A Photographic Journey
ISBN: 9781560376330 / Angielski / Miękka Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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56,02 zł |
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Tall Ships: History Comes to Life on the Great Lakes
ISBN: 9781591935797 / Angielski / Miękka / 136 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Seeing a tall ship under full sail is an unforgettable experience--it's like a trip back in time From full-rigged ships that look like the pirate vessels of old to replicas of the sleek Baltimore schooners that helped win the War of 1812, tall ships still ply the waters of the Great Lakes, and each one carries its own incredible tales. More than 25 ships are featured in this amazing full-color book, complete with vessel and crew details, as well as amazing stories about famous voyages, accidents and storms. Grab Tall Ships, and set sail for adventure The book, by Kaitlin...
Seeing a tall ship under full sail is an unforgettable experience--it's like a trip back in time From full-rigged ships that look like the pirate ves...
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56,02 zł |
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Great Lakes Island Escapes: Ferries and Bridges to Adventure
ISBN: 9780814340400 / Angielski / Miękka / 272 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The Great Lakes Basin is the largest surface freshwater system on Earth. The more than 30,000 islands dotted throughout the basin provide some of the best ways to enjoy the Great Lakes. While the vast majority of these islands can only be reached by private boat or plane, a surprising number of islands-each with its own character and often harboring more than a bit of intrigue in its history-can be reached by merely taking a ferry ride, or crossing a bridge, offering everyone the chance to experience a variety of island adventures. The Great Lakes Basin is the largest surface freshwater system on Earth. The more than 30,000 islands dotted throughout the basin provide some of t... |
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129,74 zł |
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Route 66 in the Missouri Ozarks
ISBN: 9781531639037 / Angielski / Twarda / 130 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Route 66 in the Missouri Ozarks picks up the journey west where its companion book, Route 66 in St. Louis, leaves off. As Bobby Troup's song says, Route 66 travels "more than 2,000 miles all the way." But one would be hard-pressed to "Show Me" a more scenic and historic segment than the Missouri Ozarks. The highway is lined with buildings covered with distinctive Ozark rock. It winds through a region of deep forests, sparkling streams, hidden caves, and spectacular bluffs. This book will take the traveler from Crawford County to the Kansas line. Along the way, there are small towns and urban...
Route 66 in the Missouri Ozarks picks up the journey west where its companion book, Route 66 in St. Louis, leaves off. As Bobby Troup's song says, Rou...
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138,39 zł |
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Alternative Chicago: Unique Destinations Beyond the Magnificent Mile
ISBN: 9781681629254 / Angielski / Miękka / 233 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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81,97 zł |
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Old Chicago Road: US-12 from Detroit to Chicago
ISBN: 9781531651695 / Angielski / Twarda / 130 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. With origins dating back to the end of the last ice age, the road known as Michigan Avenue was most familiar to early settlers as the "Old Sauk Trail." Old Chicago Road: US-12 from Detroit to Chicago traces one of America's oldest and most famous routes--from its eastern origin at the very center of Detroit to its western terminus on the north side of Chicago. Vintage views, many of which have never before been published, explore the cities, towns, and villages along its path. While it has been known by many names throughout its history, the road continues to weave a unique American story in...
With origins dating back to the end of the last ice age, the road known as Michigan Avenue was most familiar to early settlers as the "Old Sauk Trail....
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138,39 zł |
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Riverfront Stadium: Home of the Big Red Machine
ISBN: 9781531614669 / Angielski / Twarda / 130 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Riverfront Stadium, which opened in 1970, hosted the greatest team in Cincinnati Reds baseball history. In fact, the Big Red Machine was one of the greatest teams in all of Major League baseball history. Johnny Bench, Joe Morgan, Pete Rose and company won two World Series championships, four National League pennants, and made six post-season appearances in a single decade. Riverfront Stadium: Home of the Big Red Machine captures all of the glory of the 1970s, as well as other legendary moments in the ballparks 32-year history, with nearly 200 classic photographs and narrative that brings the...
Riverfront Stadium, which opened in 1970, hosted the greatest team in Cincinnati Reds baseball history. In fact, the Big Red Machine was one of the gr...
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138,39 zł |
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Around Jackson
ISBN: 9781531660352 / Angielski / Twarda / 130 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Jackson, a "spot of gold in the White Mountains," has changed a great deal since it was first settled by Captain Joseph Pinkham in 1789. With no road from Bartlett, Pinkham and his family traveled through snow five feet deep with their meager belongings drawn on a sled harnessed to the family hog to get to the area. From such humble beginnings Jackson grew into one of the premier resort locations in the Northeast. During the late 1800s and early 1900s, up to forty trains a day brought visitors anxious to experience the tremendous natural beauty of the area: the cold, clear streams; the...
Jackson, a "spot of gold in the White Mountains," has changed a great deal since it was first settled by Captain Joseph Pinkham in 1789. With no road ...
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173,00 zł |
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