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Summits and Starlight

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Publisher : Rocky Mountain Books Ltd

Page : 194 pages

File Size : 33,59 MB

Release : 2013

Category : Photography

ISBN : 1927330920

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Iconic and classic images of the Canadian Rockies are taken to new heights and completely reimagined in this stunning collection of contemporary photography by Paul Zizka. As a professional photographer and versatile adventurer, Paul has been able to access remarkable backcountry landscapes and dizzying peaks throughout the mountains of western Canada. The result is a collection of images that highlight difficult conditions and hard-to-reach places; alpine sports and backcountry experiences; unusual angles of common mountain subjects; and stars, Northern Lights and dramatic silhouettes. Together, this portfolio represents some of the most breathtaking and unique views of the Rockies to be published in years.



The Canadian Rockies: Rediscovered

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Publisher : Rocky Mountain Books Incorporated

Page : 240 pages

File Size : 32,28 MB

Release : 2017-11-07

Category : Photography

ISBN : 9781771602310

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Combining breathtaking landscape images with intriguing portraits of mountain athletes, Paul Zizka's remarkable new collection of photographs will astound mountain and photography enthusiasts alike. The Canadian Rockies are some of the most photographed mountains in the world, yet only a small portion of this phenomenal landscape ends up in the frame. It takes a passionate and adventurous photographer to venture away from the beaten track and deep into the wilderness or to push creative boundaries to reimagine the Rockies' iconic locations. For nearly a decade, Paul Zizka has dedicated himself to exploring the seldom visited corners of the Canadian Rockies and producing the most original and innovative photographs he can muster. As a photographer and adventurer, he is drawn to the extraordinary. His body of work is the result of both countless nights spent outdoors and demanding ascents of the Rockies' highest peaks. In his first book, Summits and Starlight (RMB, 2013), Zizka provided a unique collection of photos that highlighted the beauty and wildness of the Canadian Rockies landscape. The Canadian Rockies: Rediscovered provides a freshly curated selection featuring 200 of Zizka's best mountain photography and elevates the Canadian Rockies to new, unimaginable heights.



Early Days in the Range of Light

Author : Daniel Arnold

Publisher : Catapult

Page : 433 pages

File Size : 40,40 MB

Release : 2011-01-01

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN : 1582436169

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“A splendid chronicle of early climbing in the Sierra Nevada.” —Royal Robbins It’s 1873. Gore–Tex shells and aluminum climbing gear are a century away, but the high mountains still call to those with a spirit of adventure. Imagine the stone in your hands and thousands of feet of open air below you, with only a wool jacket to weather a storm and no rope to catch a fall. Daniel Arnold did more than imagine—he spent three years retracing the steps of his climbing forefathers, and in Early Days in the Range of Light, he tells their riveting stories. From 1864 to 1931, the Sierra Nevada witnessed some of the most audacious climbing of all time. In the spirit of his predecessors, Arnold carried only rudimentary equipment: no ropes, no harness, no specialized climbing shoes. Sometimes he left his backpack and sleeping bag behind as well, and, like John Muir, traveled for days with only a few pounds of food rolled into a sack slung over his shoulder. In an artful blend of history, biography, nature, and adventure writing, Arnold brings to life the journeys and the terrain traveled. In the process he uncovers the motivations that drove an extraordinary group of individuals to risk so much for airy summits and close contact with bare stone and snow. “Ever wish you could travel back to climbing’s early days and follow the earliest first–ascent visionaries? This fantasy comes to life . . . in this elegant narrative.” —Climbing Magazine



The Starlight Wonder Book

Author : Henry Beston

Publisher : Good Press

Page : 137 pages

File Size : 10,64 MB

Release : 2021-11-05

Category : Fiction

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This collection of short stories is rich in detail and utterly absorbing. Each story is a fictitious, fairy-tale account of adventures, romance, daring and magic. The book is also filled with beautiful full-colour illustrations to help the stories come to life. The stories include: The Brave Grenadier, The Palace of The night, The Enchanted Bay, The Two Millers, The adamant door, The City of the Winter Sleep, Aileel and Alinda, The Wonderful Tune, The Man of the Wildwood, The Maiden of the Mountain, The Bell of the Earth and the Bell of the Sea, The Wood Beyond the World



One of the Grenvilles

Author : Sidney Royse Lysaght

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Page : 518 pages

File Size : 11,60 MB

Release : 1899

Category : Fiction, Irish

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The Splendid Summits

Author : Charles Alexander

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Page : 312 pages

File Size : 19,9 MB

Release : 1925

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Treasured Lands: A Photographic Odyssey Through America's National Parks, Second Expanded Edition

Author : Q. T. Luong

Publisher : Terra Galleria Press

Page : 472 pages

File Size : 37,1 MB

Release : 2019-08

Category : Photography

ISBN : 9781733576000

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In 300 visits over 25 years, QT Luong ventured deep into each of America's 61 national parks. Art book and guidebook in one, Treasured Lands: A Photographic Odyssey Through America's National Parks presents the photographer's explorations in a sumptuous gallery complemented with informative notes on nature, travel, and image making. Together, they invite photographers and nature lovers to trace his steps to both iconic landscapes and rarely seen remote views. Winner of six national book awards.



Grandeur of the Canadian Rockies

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Publisher : Rocky Mountain Books Incorporated

Page : 112 pages

File Size : 37,16 MB

Release : 2017

Category : Photography

ISBN : 9781771602068

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Featuring 100 stunning, colour photos Grandeur of the Canadian Rockies is part of a new series of full-colour travel and tourism books celebrating the internationally renowned Canadian Rockies. In celebration of the 150th anniversary of Canadian Confederation and in conjunction with Parks Canada's announcement that entrance to all of Canada's national parks, national historic sites and national marine conservation areas will be free throughout 2017, RMB is excited to launch an entirely new series of photography books created and designed to highlight the beauty, majesty and awe-inspiring landscapes found in western Canada's most prestigious mountain environments. With photography by Paul Zizka and accompanying captions written by Meghan J. Ward, this brand new series features up-to-date images and text highlighting the most popular locations and iconic vistas throughout the Rocky Mountain parks. As millions of visitors are expected to tour Banff, Canmore, Lake Louise, Jasper, Kananaskis, Waterton and Yoho throughout 2017, RMB has designed this series to include a variety of formats and prices that are meant to appeal to all tastes and budgets. Perfect for locals and tourists; galleries, gift shops, hotels, information centres and museums; conferences, corporate events and festivals, these beautifully produced books will celebrate the beauty of Canada's Rocky Mountain landscape for years to come.



The High Sierra

Author : R.J. Sector

Publisher : Mountaineers Books

Page : 1000 pages

File Size : 25,4 MB

Release : 2009-02-09

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 1594857385

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**Please note we have a few edits and updates for THE HIGH SIERRA: Peaks, Passes, Trails, 3rd Ed. Please download the edits HERE so your copy reflects the appropriate changes and additions. Thank you.** "The Sierra climbing bible" - The Los Angeles Times "The best field guide to the region." - Men's Journal "The guide to the Sierra Nevada high country." - Climbing magazine * More than 100 new routes, route variations, and winter ascents in this edition compared to the previous * User friendly organization * Author has made more than 350 ascents in the Sierra High Sierra is the most popular guidebook to this magnificent mountain range, and has long been the definitive source of climbing and hiking information for this wonderland. This comprehensive and exhaustive guidebook includes route descriptions, historical information, and GPS-enabled driving directions. This edition rearranged the information to keep roads and trails, and passes and peaks together, making the book easier to use.



Cosmic Voice Volume No. 6

Author : George King

Publisher : The Aetherius Society

Page : 208 pages

File Size : 39,53 MB

Release : 2020-01-23

Category : Body, Mind & Spirit

ISBN : 1941482082

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Cosmic Voice Volume No. 6 contains articles from Issues Nos. 23-26 of Cosmic Voice published by The Aetherius Society in 1960-1962. In this volume are articles about the Phases of Operation Starlight that took place in Australia and New Zealand towards the end of 1960, as well as the final Phases which took place in Europe in 1961. Many important Transmissions are included in this volume. In the Transmission called “The New World” The Master Aetherius tells us how the New World will be like. He reminds us that we all have sufficient information to prepare ourselves for the New World. There are many Cosmic Transmissions and articles in Cosmic Voice Volume No. 4, including: The New World, Phase One—Operation Starlight Australia, Cooperation Will Save You, Action Is Essential, From Freewill To Freedom, Be Not Limited, The Christmas Message, The New Lord’s Prayer and others. The Cosmic Voices published by The Aetherius Society from 1955 up to 1962 represent in many ways the foundation of the teachings of The Aetherius Society. Together with The Twelve Blessings delivered in 1958 and The Nine Freedoms given in 1961 these teachings contain profound wisdom and revelations given in a straightforward simple way for anyone to understand and act upon to bring about greater peace and spiritual enlightenment on our world. These teachings do not contradict the ancient wisdom but present the truths in a more modern way to help us build a world of greater spiritual unity and brotherhood where all people work together for the common good.