Engineers at the Golden Gate
Author : Joseph Jeremiah Hagwood (Jr.)
Publisher :
Page : 474 pages
File Size : 15,29 MB
Release : 1982
Category : Government publications
ISBN :
Author : Joseph Jeremiah Hagwood (Jr.)
Publisher :
Page : 474 pages
File Size : 15,29 MB
Release : 1982
Category : Government publications
ISBN :
Author : William A. Selby
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 576 pages
File Size : 29,32 MB
Release : 2018-09-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 1119493145
Now in its fourth edition, Rediscovering the Golden State: California Geography examines this unique state’s incredibly diverse landscapes, and how geography and geographic change influences everything from the state’s natural systems and cycles, to its agriculture and more advanced industries, to human migration, cultures, and urban planning. Exploring California through a geographic lens reveals how the field has evolved to cross traditional boundaries, connect local and global issues, and provide the insights that lead to practical solutions to problems new and old. Challenging the reader to look beyond stereotypes and assumptions, this book encourages active participation in planning the state’s dynamic future. And this project makes teaching and learning about the geography of California more convenient, exciting, and rewarding for instructors and students. Going beyond a scientific analysis of natural features and environmental processes, this book illustrates how social, political, and economic divides can be bridged through the study of geography and the connections it brings to light. From geology, weather and climate, biogeography, and hydrology, we cover the state’s physical geography. And from demography and migration, to cultures and economies, to rural and urban geography, we monitor the state’s human geography pulse and then make the vital connections. California continues to lead the nation in population, economics (5th largest in the world), agriculture, natural and cultural diversity, and a host of other categories. This powerful state has earned this powerful publication. This timely and versatile book will prove useful to Californians in business, education, government, and to concerned citizens and curious readers seeking to learn more about the Golden State.
Author : United States. General Land Office
Publisher :
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 45,47 MB
Release : 1870
Category : Public lands
ISBN :
Author : United States. General Land Office
Publisher :
Page : 424 pages
File Size : 45,3 MB
Release : 1870
Category : Public lands
ISBN :
Author :
Publisher : US History Publishers
Page : 889 pages
File Size : 29,65 MB
Release : 1947
Category : California
ISBN : 1603540059
Author : California (State).
Publisher :
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 10,11 MB
Release :
Category : Law
ISBN :
Author : Louise Nelson Dyble
Publisher : University of Pennsylvania Press
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 43,69 MB
Release : 2011-10-11
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0812206886
Since its opening in 1937, the Golden Gate Bridge has become an icon for the beauty and prosperity of the San Francisco Bay Area, as well as a symbol of engineering achievement. Constructing the bridge posed political and financial challenges that were at least as difficult as those faced by the project's builders. To meet these challenges, northern California boosters created a new kind of agency: an autonomous, self-financing special district. The Golden Gate Bridge and Highway District developed into a powerful organization that shaped the politics and government of the Bay Area as much as the bridge shaped its physical development. From the moment of the bridge district's incorporation in 1928, its managers pursued their own agenda. They used all the resources at their disposal to preserve their control over the bridge, cultivating political allies, influencing regional policy, and developing an ambitious public relations program. Undaunted by charges of mismanagement and persistent efforts to turn the bridge (as well as its lucrative tolls) over to the state, the bridge district expanded into mass transportation, taking on ferry and bus operations to ensure its survival to this day. Drawing on previously unavailable archives, Paying the Toll gives us an inside view of the world of high-stakes development, cronyism, and bureaucratic power politics that have surrounded the Golden Gate Bridge since its inception.
Author : Rolander Guy McClellan
Publisher :
Page : 858 pages
File Size : 11,97 MB
Release : 1872
Category : California
ISBN :
Author : John J. Powell
Publisher :
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 30,85 MB
Release : 1874
Category : California
ISBN :
Detailed report on cities, agriculture, mineral resources, manufacturing, scenic natural wonders, Yosemite, education, religion, and benevolent associations.
Author : Moon Travel Guides
Publisher : Moon Travel
Page : 1015 pages
File Size : 44,3 MB
Release : 2021-10-26
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1640495983
From the Pacific to the Atlantic, through prairies and bayous to snow-capped mountains, uncover the best of the US with Moon USA State by State. Inside you’ll find: Broken down by region, each chapter introduces the unique personality of all 50 states, Washington DC, and Puerto Rico The top 3 experiences in every state: Whether it’s a bucket-list national park, a famous festival, or an unbeatable beach, find out what makes each state special Unforgettable outdoor adventures: Explore the best national parks from Acadia to Zion. Peep the changing leaves in Vermont or set up camp for a night of stargazing in Texas. Explore underground caves in Kentucky, or hike to waterfalls in Washington and volcanoes in Hawaii. Admire stunning arches and hoodoos in Utah, or watch for wildlife in Alaska Road trip ideas: Hit the road with lists of each state's best scenic drives and must-see roadside stops Local flavors from coast to coast: Sample hatch chilis in New Mexico and dig in to heaping plates of hot chicken in Tennessee. Spend a weekend wine-tasting in Oregon, or try a flight of craft beers in Colorado History and fun facts: Get to know more about each state with historical background, lesser-known local favorites, and more A foldout poster map with checklists to track your adventures Moon USA State by State: Inspiration, experiences, and adventures from coast to coast. Winner of the 31st Annual North American Travel Journalists Association (NATJA) Travel Media Awards Competition: Best Travel Book or Guide, Gold Award About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you. For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.