This book is a comprehensive resource on Alaska, covering its history, geography, and natural resources. It contains contributions from many experts in their respective fields, providing a well-rounded and informative perspective on the state. Anyone interested in Alaska will find this book to be an invaluable reference.
A multi-volume series chronicling the Harriman Alaska Expedition, a scientific and exploratory voyage through the Alaskan wilderness in the early 20th century.
Few places on earth are as awe-inspiring as Alaska's glaciers. In this book, naturalist Clinton Hart Merriam and railroad tycoon Edward Henry Harriman team up to provide a comprehensive overview of the state's glaciers and the fascinating process of glaciation. With vivid descriptions and stunning photographs, this book will transport readers to a frozen world of unparalleled beauty and majesty.
This account of the famous Harriman Alaska Expedition of 1899 provides a firsthand look at the stunning natural beauty of Alaska and the Pacific Northwest. With photographs and observations from some of the era's leading scientists, this book is a valuable historical document and a breathtaking chronicle of one of the greatest expeditions in American history.