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As Four Thousand Hooks opens, an Alaskan fishing schooner is sinking. It is the summer of 1972, and the sixteen-year-old narrator is at the helm. Backtracking from the gripping prologue, Dean Adams describes how he came to be a crew member on the Grant and weaves a tale of adventure that is like a novel—with drama, conflict, and resonant portrayals of halibut fishing, his ragtag shipmates, maritime Alaska, and the ambiguities of family life.

The St. Croix River is a 169-mile ribbon of blue that cleaves the land between Minnesota and Wisconsin. Exploring the St. Croix River Valley provides a tour of the St. Croix Riverway and its 8,000-square-mile watershed. Environmental educator Angie Hong recommends specific places to explore the varied habitats and shows us myriad ways to get out and enjoy by hiking, paddling, biking, skiing, fishing, and more.

Long before it became the twentieth-century automotive capital, Detroit was a muddy port town full of grog shops, horse races, haphazard cemeteries, and enterprising bootstrappers from all over the world. In this lively book you'll discover the city's forgotten history and meet a variety of unforgettable characters.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Charlottesville. Greater Than a Tourist—Charlottesville, Virginia, USA, by Reed Willard offers the inside scoop on Wahoo Country. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the ‘Greater Than a Tourist’ series, this book will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

Intended for visitors and locals alike, this New Orleans travel guide is short and concise written by a native of the city who shares with you where to go and what to do in planning for a perfect visit to this historic, fun-loving, northern Caribbean city.

In examining the 424 units of the U.S. national park system, geographers Joe Weber and Selima Sultana focus attention on the historical geography of the system as well as its present distribution, covering the diversity of places under the control of the National Park Service (NPS). This includes the famous national and the lesser-known national monuments, memorials, lakeshores, seashores, rivers, recreation areas, preserves, reserves, parkways, historic sites, historic parks, and a range of battlefields.

New York is a city of superlatives. It has the largest population, greatest wealth, broadest diversity, and most elegant museums in the nation. With that comes an amazing history that you can experience firsthand with this unique guide. From the Brooklyn Bridge to stunning skyscrapers, the city celebrates its own history and that of the nation. Join author Alison Fortier as she traces the history and heritage of America's largest metropolis.

După ce a petrecut zece ani în Anglia, Bill Bryson vrea să-şi rememoreze copilăria, aşa că pleacă din locul în care s-a născut, Des Moines, Iowa, într-o călătorie prin 38 dintre statele americane, pe care o documentează cu mult umor. Autorul speră să se reîntîlnească cu peisajele idilice ale copilăriei sale, însă găseşte lanuri nesfîrşite de porumb, benzinării, moteluri şi localuri care arată peste tot aproape la fel şi sunt populate de oameni care seamănă uimitor de mult unul cu altul.

Ready to explore Portland’s cobblestone streets, iconic lighthouses, and award-winning cuisine? Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a lifelong fan, Portland Your Way is the ultimate guide to uncovering hidden treasures, vibrant culture, and unforgettable adventures.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit California. This book includes 16 books in one. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the ‘Greater Than a Tourist’ series, this book will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

From the award-winning author of the Beyond series books featuring Joey Simmons and Lindsey Carter comes the first book in his new adventure series about the explorations he has done in underwater caves. Join Rob Neto as he embarks on his journey Beneath the Jungle of Cozumel. Dive into the cenotes with him as he tells the tales of his explorations. Rob Neto first visited the island of Cozumel, Mexico in 2011. At the time, he had no idea it would be the first of many trips he made to the island to dive the caves beneath the jungle.

Eat Like a Local: Illinois by author Elaine Joy Nicholson Small offers the inside scoop on food in Illinois, USA.

Step off your ship into a tropical paradise, where towering volcanoes meet tranquil beaches, and the spirit of aloha awaits at every turn. From the pulse of adventure to the embrace of local traditions, the Hawaiian Islands Cruising and Adventure Guide has crafted each chapter to unlock Hawaii’s best-kept secrets and must-see highlights.

Travel Like a Local: Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States by Christian Galvan offers first-hand and personal insight into the best ways to visit The Springs.

Travel Like a Local is a series of travel guidebooks written by local experts to help travelers explore new places like an insider. Travel Like a Local—Chicago, IL, USA by author Nora Willi offers first-hand and personal insight into the best ways to explore the Windy City. From learning about the culture and customs to finding the best restaurants and attractions, these guidebooks provide comprehensive information to ensure a hassle-free unforgettable journey.

“50 Things to Know about Birds in Louisiana” by Author Danita Louw offers an approach to finding the most beautiful and varied species of birds in the state. Most books on birding tell you to travel to specific locations and hotspots for one or two prize species on your life list. Although there's nothing wrong with that, this book takes another approach. Here we present you with the regional view of the state, and help you to locate the habitats and special locations near your travel destination.

Described by Alaska Airlines as a “hop, skip and a jump along Southeast Alaska’s coast”, their ‘Milk Run’ is a flight like no other. It provides a lifeline service to remote communities cut-off from the road network. Originally flown by bush pilots, it now sees three scheduled daily flights in each direction, between them serving nine communities from Seattle in the south, to Anchorage in the north. Running the Milk is the story of my journey on these flights.

50 Things to Know about the Birds in West Virginia by Author Rachel McBride offers an elegant approach to finding the most beautiful and varied species of birds on the continent. Most books on birding tell you to travel to specific locations and hotspots for one or two prize species on your life list. Although there's nothing wrong with that, this book takes another approach.

Whether you're a seasoned angler or casting your first line, Top Fishing Escapes in the U.S. is the perfect audio guide to ignite your passion for fishing. Journey through America’s most breathtaking fishing destinations, uncover expert tips, and master techniques that turn every trip into an unforgettable adventure. From the tranquil lakes of the Midwest to the vibrant shores of the Gulf of Mexico, this audiobook is packed with inspiration and practical advice for anglers of all levels.

Eat Like a Local–Reno-Tahoe by Elizabeth Klein offers the inside scoop on food in the Reno-Tahoe area.