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From grizzlies, Dall sheep, and the elusive wolverine to bald eagles and the common ground squirrel, photographer Tom Walker displays birds, mammals, and more from work that spans four decades. This is a “Best of” collection from a celebrated Alaskan writer and photographer. Captions focus on factual natural history interpretation; for example: “An Arctic ground squirrel’s body temperature can drop below 32 degrees F without its tissues actually freezing. Hibernating squirrels are the ‘coldest mammal alive.’ Their heart rates drop from 200 beats-per-minute to 2 bpm with a pulse every 30 seconds.” This new gift book is seasonally organized, revealing the wondrous Alaska landscape and the activities and behavior of a variety of species during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Park visitors, families, classrooms, and readers of all ages will delight in the range of beautiful images and learn what is happening in Alaska’s natural world throughout the year.
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Photography and text by Tom Walker Graphic Arts Center Publishing Hardbound, 9 3/4" x 13 1/4" 144 pages 156 color photos ISBN 1-55868-201-5 PRICE INCLUDES POSTAGE
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Caribou, that magical animal of the far north, who roams across Alaska and northern Canada is depicted in this informative book in words, full-color photographs and maps. T
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In this 20th Anniversary Edition, Denali Journal, returns by popular demand. With select updates, this classic celebrates Denali National Park & Preserve, its wildlife and natural history in a lively, unique way. On these pages the reader encounters bull moose sparring for dominance; grizzly bears facing off against wolves; lynx hunting snowshoe hares; and the ever-changing seasons of the sub-arctic. No aspect of the natural world goes un-recorded from delicate orchids to soaring mountains. Denali Journal focuses on the area adjacent to the Park Road where most visitation occurs, highlighting the peak visitor months of June through September. Some historical and seasonal information is offered to provide background and perspective. The journal format invites the reader to begin reading anywhere.Denali Journal compares in quality to the best of Alaska nature books and gives a historical dimension that often is lacking in such literature. A wonderful book that is thoughtful, but not esoteric, self-centered or too technical. Walker is a watcher, an honest viewer of the affairs of wildlife.Especially useful for anyone planning a trip to the park. Highly recommended for all general collections.Only someone who has lived close to the land to see past its massive gorgeousness could locate and relate some of these smaller, but just as marvelous, natural wonders. A fine, readable book.
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Softbound, 6 x 9" 242 pages 48 b&w photos, 2 maps ISBN 1-57510-124-6-X PRICE INCLUDES $5.00 POSTAGE
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The early history of Mt. McKinley (now Denali) National Park and its first settlers and rangers. Companion Volume to Kantishna. McKinley Station tells the sometimes-incredible stories of the pioneers of the Mount McKinley (Denali) region prior to, and just after it became a National Park. Stories of trappers, hunters, railroad builders, bootleggers, and the first park rangers who built the original infrastructure that still is in service today. These are stories and history of courage, tenacity, and the struggle against the sever elements of winter Alaska. Pictorial Histories. Softbound, 6" x 9". 390 pages. 50 B&W photos and maps. ISBN 978-1-57510-145-3. PRICE INCLUDES $5.00 POSTAGE
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The Seventymile Kid: The lost Legacy of Harry Karstens and the First Ascent of Mt. McKinley
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The Wanderer: An Alaska Wolf’s Final Journey. This book is the first ever to chart a wolf’s movements for day by day for an extended period of time. Author Tom Walker draws on unparalleled access to a Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve’s wolf research study.
Mountaineers Books, ISBN-10 : 1680516132.
$18.95 plus $3.65 postage.
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Wild Critters, a Children's read-aloud book with humorous poetry and photos. Each full-color photo is accompanied by a poem that both expands the image as well as add a humorous touch. Some of the photographs and text are laugh out loud. The best-selling children's wildlife book with accompanying poems by Tim Jones. One of the few books with actual photographs of wildlife, not drawings. Autographed. 8.5x11". Soft Cover. ISBN 0-9790470-2-1 Price includes FREE POSTAGE.
