Grand Canyon To Hearst Ranch

Author : Elizabeth Austin
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 149304835X
Total Pages : 431 pages
Book Rating : 4.59/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Grand Canyon to Hearst Ranch written by Elizabeth Austin and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2020-02-21 with total page 431 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Finalist for the 2020 WILLA Literary Award, Creative Nonfiction Inspired by her first breathtaking trip in the Grand Canyon, Harriet Hunt Burgess dedicated her life to saving land for future generations. Beginning in the 1970s, she persevered through four decades—overcoming daunting obstacles and taking extraordinary risks—to conserve hundreds of thousands of acres of land in the American West. Without Burgess, iconic and irreplaceable landscapes like the Lake Tahoe region and the California coast would be much different today. As Harriet Burgess once explained, “The land we save is our legacy. It’s what we give to our children.” The Grand Canyon was the catalyst for Harriet’s conservation mission and the spark for Grand Canyon to Hearst Ranch. Author Elizabeth Austin has interwoven her own exhilarating and life-changing dory trip through the depths of the Grand Canyon with the compelling story of Harriet’s early life and five of her most significant conservation achievements as founder-president of the American Land Conservancy.

Author : Mark Anthony Wilson
Publisher : Gibbs Smith
ISBN 13 : 1423636546
Total Pages : 235 pages
Book Rating : 4.40/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Julia Morgan (pb) written by Mark Anthony Wilson and published by Gibbs Smith. This book was released on 2012-03 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Julia Morgan, America’s first truly independent female architect, left a legacy of more than 700 buildings, many of which are now designated landmarks, in cities throughout California, as well as in Hawaii, Utah, and Illinois. Her work spanned five decades, and the total of her commissions was greater than any other major American architect, including Frank Lloyd Wright. This book tells the remarkable story of this architectural pioneer, and features text, drawings, and photographs of the many buildings that still exist.

Author : Donald F. Hoffmeister
Publisher : Urbana : University of Illinois Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 192 pages
Book Rating : 4.86/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Mammals of Grand Canyon written by Donald F. Hoffmeister and published by Urbana : University of Illinois Press. This book was released on 1971 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Stuart Thornton
Publisher : Moon Travel
ISBN 13 : 1631218956
Total Pages : 658 pages
Book Rating : 4.58/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Moon California Road Trip written by Stuart Thornton and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2018-07-10 with total page 658 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hit the Road with Moon Travel Guides! From the waterfalls of Yosemite and the colorful Grand Canyon to the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the Golden Gate Bridge, cruise through the best of the West with Moon California Road Trip. Inside you'll find: Maps and Driving Tools: Over 40 easy-to-use maps keep you oriented on and off the highway, along with site-to-site mileage, driving times, and detailed directions for the entire route Eat, Sleep, Stop and Explore: With lists of the best hikes, views, restaurants, and more, you can ride a cable car in San Francisco or hike Half Dome, descend deep into the Grand Canyon, or hit the waves in a classic SoCal surf town. Wander through history at Alcatraz, snap a photo at Big Sur, or marvel at jellyfish at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Chow down on an authentic Mission burrito, lunch on fish tacos by the beach, or watch the sunset from a rooftop bar in Los Angeles Flexible Itineraries: Drive the entire two-week route from San Francisco to Yosemite, Las Vegas, the Grand Canyon, Los Angeles, and Southern California, mix and match sections for shorter road trips, or follow strategic itineraries for spending time in big cities and small towns along the way Local Insight: Surfer and adventurer Stuart Thornton shares his thirst for the next secluded beach, quirky pit stop, and mountaintop vista Planning Your Trip: Know when and where to get gas, how to avoid traffic, tips for driving in different road and weather conditions, and suggestions for international visitors, LGBTQ+ travelers, seniors, and road trippers with kids With Moon California Road Trip's practical tips, detailed itineraries, and local expertise, you're ready to fill up the tank and hit the road. Doing more than driving through? Check out Moon California, Moon Grand Canyon, or Moon Yosemite, Sequoia & Kings Canyon.

Author : Scott Thybony
Publisher : Grand Canyon Assn
ISBN 13 : 9780938216766
Total Pages : 30 pages
Book Rating : 4.67/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Phantom Ranch written by Scott Thybony and published by Grand Canyon Assn. This book was released on 2001 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Ginger Wadsworth
Publisher : Twenty-First Century Books
ISBN 13 : 9780822549031
Total Pages : 134 pages
Book Rating : 4.34/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Julia Morgan, Architect of Dreams written by Ginger Wadsworth and published by Twenty-First Century Books. This book was released on 1990-01-01 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recounts the life of the architect whose projects included designing the Hearst Castle at San Simeon, California.

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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 540 pages
Book Rating : 4.46/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Grand Canyon Nature Notes written by and published by . This book was released on 1932 with total page 540 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Barbara G. Phillips
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 90 pages
Book Rating : 4.26/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Annotated Checklist of Vascular Plants of Grand Canyon National Park written by Barbara G. Phillips and published by . This book was released on 1987 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Grand Canyon Natural History Association
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 108 pages
Book Rating : 4.81/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Bulletin - Grand Canyon Natural History Association written by Grand Canyon Natural History Association and published by . This book was released on 1947 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Victoria Kastner
Publisher : Chronicle Books
ISBN 13 : 1797205811
Total Pages : 242 pages
Book Rating : 4.16/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Julia Morgan: An Intimate Portrait of the Trailblazing Architect written by Victoria Kastner and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2022-02-15 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new biography—featuring over 150 archival images and full-color photographs printed throughout—introduces Julia Morgan as both a pioneering architect and a captivating individual. Julia Morgan was a lifelong trailblazer. She was the first woman admitted to study architecture at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris and the first licensed to practice architecture in California. Over the first half of the 20th century, she left an indelible mark on the American West. Of her remarkable 700 creations, the most iconic is Hearst Castle. Morgan spent thirty years constructing this opulent estate on the California coast for the newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst—forging a lifelong friendship and creative partnership with him. Together, they built a spectacular and unequalled residence that once hosted the biggest stars of Hollywood's golden age, and that now welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. This compelling biography draws on interviews, letters, and Morgan's diaries, including never-before-seen reflections on faith, art, and her life experiences. Morgan's friendship with Hearst, her passion for California's landscape, her struggles with familial dementia, and her devotion to architecture reveal her to have been a singularly brilliant and determined artist. PREVIOUSLY UNPUBLISHED CONTENT: Victoria Kastner has spent years compiling photographs, interviews, letters, drawings, and diaries—including material never published before—to create the first truly comprehensive portrait of this amazing woman. OVER 150 PHOTOGRAPHS: This book features over 150 photographs, printed throughout the text. These include both fascinating archival images and beautiful, full-color contemporary shots of Morgan's buildings. INSPIRING STORY: By exploring both Morgan's work and her life, Kastner weaves a captivating tale about courage, vision, and resilience. Julia Morgan forged a path for herself against the odds, and her story will inspire contemporary women and creatives. ARCHITECTURAL ICON: Julia Morgan created 700 buildings during her career, from hotels to churches to private homes. Born in San Francisco and trained in Paris, she developed a distinctive aesthetic that now defines certain regions of California. But only in the last twenty years has her contribution to architecture been fully recognized and celebrated. In 2014, the American Institute of Architects' posthumously awarded her its Gold Medal; she was the first female recipient. Perfect for: • History buffs • Students, enthusiasts, and professional architects • Aspiring creatives in all fields • Feminists seeking role models • Visitors to Hearst Castle and Morgan's other buildings • Californians and visitors to California