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A L L A B O U T A L A S K A

Alaska (America the Beautiful) by Donna Walsh Shepherd
An introduction to the Last Frontier. This book introduces the geography, history, government, economy, the culture and some well-known people of Alaska. For readers 9 to 12 years old.

Alaska (From Sea to Shining Sea) by Dennis Brindell Fradin
An overview of the state of Alaska, the 49th state to join the union, introducing its history, geography, industries, sites of interest, and its famous people for young readers from around 9 to 12 years old. Available in hardcover and paperback.

Alaska (Portrait of America) by Kathleen Thompson
This book covers state history, the economy and culture of Alaska with lots of statistics and maps. For readers from around 9 to 12 years old. Available in hardcover and paperback.

The Alaska Almanac: Facts About Alaska (24th Edition) edited by Mr. Whitekeys
Get the scoop on the geography, history, economy, cultures, and peoples of the Last Frontier -- and have a blast doing it. Wondering how to eat your muktuk? Trying to calculate the number of nautical miles between Juneau and Haines? From homesteading to hot springs, parkas to pipelines -- if you have a question about Alaska you'll find the answers here.

Travels in Alaska by John Muir
Compiled from journals written from his visits to Alaska in 1879, 1880, 1881, 1890 and 1899, John Muir captures a view of Alaska that is unique and exciting. The joy of discovery runs rampant throughout this extraordinary adventure. We are thankful that through this work of John Muir, the Alaska of yesterday is preserved.

Letters From Alaska by John Muir, Robert Engberg (Editor), Bruce Merrell (Editor)
Compiled from letters published in the San Francisco Daily Evening Bulletin, these writings retain the freshness, immediacy, and candor that mark Muir's best publications. They are also rare accounts of southeastern Alaskan history,...Muir's reports on the region's Natives and missionaries, gold mines, towns, mountains, trees, glaciers, and wildlife.

Mount McKinley: The Conquest of Denali by Bradford Washburn, David Roberts (Contributor)
North America's highest peak, Alaska's Mount McKinley-also known as Denali-rises majestically to a height of 20,320 feet. This book recounts the history of the mountain, which since 1902 has been the site of some of mountaineering's supreme achievements. Stunning photographs by Bradford Washburn.

The United States of America

The Scrambled States of America by Laurie Keller
Sorry we didn't run across this incredibly cool visit with the states sooner. This wacky and fun, fun, fun geographical adventure all begins with a grumpy Kansas. Add a 50 state party with dancing and.... We can't stop smiling. For readers 4 to 8 years old.... and the rest of us. REMINDER: If there are young children in your life, don't make the mistake of only purchasing one copy.

The United States of America: A State by State Guide by Millie Miller, Cyndi Nelson
A guide to each state's official state flower, bird and insect plus info on famous people, inventions and even endangered species. For readers from around 9 to 12 years old.

State Names, Seals, Flags and Symbols by Benjamin F. Shearer, Barbara S. Shearer.
This is the most comprehensive book we could find about the official state names and nicknames, mottoes, seals, flags, capitols, flowers, trees, birds, songs, and other designations of each state. This book pays special attention to the seals, flags, capitols, flowers, trees, birds and songs of each state. Legal Holidays are included along with license plates, postage stamps fairs and festivals. A reference book.

How Proudly They Wave: Flags of the 50 States by Rita D. Haban
The design, history and significance of all fifty state flags are covered in this book. For readers 9 to 12 years old.

Yo, Sacramento (And All Those Other Capitals You Don't
Know : And All Those Other State Capitals You Don't Know

Yo, Sacramento (And All Those Other State Capitals You Don't Know) by Will Cleveland, Mark Alvarez, Tate Nation
A great introduction to the state capitals of the United States, including lots of interesting facts about geography, history, people and landmarks of the United States. For readers from around 9 to 12 years old, but fun and informative for all ages.

The World Almanac of the U.S.A. by Allan Carpenter and Carl Provorse
This book is chock full of statistical data, historical information and items of interest for all 50 states. Essential facts about the U.S.A. In depth profiles of all fifty states. State rankings in 100 categories. We can recommend this book as an excellent resource.

	The Almanac of American Politics 2000
	by Michael Barone, Grant Ujifusa
	Profiles and photographs of all 535 members of Congress and all 50 governors. Voting records on important legislation. Revealing descriptions of each state and congressional district with historical, economic, social, and political background information. Congressional ratings by National Journal and a dozen influential interest groups. Updated maps showing each congressional district, including recent redistricting changes 1998 election results for each member of Congress and presidential results by congressional district. Access to the Almanac Web Edition, providing up-to-date information on key votes of the 106th Congress, results from special and interim elections, and more.

The World

Times Atlas of the World : Comprehensive Edition
The "Times Atlas of the World" is certainly the most comprehensive single volume world atlas available. If you want accuracy and detail, purchase this book... over thirty years in the making. This Atlas is remarkable in its reliability with an index listing over 200,000 place names; more by far than any of its competitors.

National Geographic Atlas of the World
When opened, you'll be viewing three square feet of maps and information. This beautiful atlas, first published over 35 years ago is in its seventh edition and has a personal feel that brings life to the 191 countries of the world. Over 3,500 place names in the index and state of the art maps make this wonderful atlas... wonderful!

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