William Dietrich Libros

Puget Sound is the beautiful waterway that defines the Western Washington. Art Wolfe, the Seattle-born photographer who has traveled the world to capture landscape and animals on film, turns to the place he knows best for a book of new images. From Olympia in the south to the San Juan Islands, from the foothills of the Cascade Range to the face of the Olympic Mountains, this is an exceptionally picturesque region. Wolfe brings a sense of intimate landscape to his views of this place, as he explores hidden estuaries and beaches, lush river deltas, undulating pastures, and of course the animated shapes and patterns of water. This is a settled land, and the photographer finds beauty in unique buildings and vessels that lend character to Puget Sound. Other books and photographers have taken Puget Sound as their subject, but none express the personality and the experience of the region as effectively as do these 150 Art Wolfe originals.

Set in the majestic forests of the Olympic Peninsula, this book delves into the intense conflicts surrounding North America's last great wilderness. Through vivid storytelling, it explores the diverse perspectives and motivations of those engaged in the battle over this precious land. The narrative captures the essence of the forest and the significance of preserving it, ensuring that the story resonates for years to come.

The collection features natural history essays that provide insight into the environment and its challenges, drawing from articles in the "Seattle Times" magazine, "Pacific Northwest." It serves as an accessible introduction for those interested in understanding their surroundings rather than a traditional field guide or environmental policy book.

Adventurer Ethan Gage travels through the darkest and most superstitious realms of eighteenth century Europe, to the castles and caves of Bohemia to rescue his family and uncover a mysterious medieval device rumored to foretell the future. Having quick-wittedly survived the battle of Trafalgar, Ethan is rushing to rescue Egyptian priestess Astiza and son Harry from imprisonment by a ruthless mystic who seeks revenge for disfigurement, and an evil dwarf alchemist who experiments with the occult on Prague's Golden Lane. Using death as his ruse, and a pair of unlikely allies-a Jewish Napoleonic soldier and his sutler father-Ethan must decipher clues from Durendal, the sword of Roland. Astiza uses her own research to concoct an explosive escape and find a lost tomb, their tormentors in relentless pursuit. William Dietrich skillfully weaves intrigue and magic, romance and danger in a historical thriller that sprints from the fury of Napoleonic war to the mystic puzzles of Central Europe. What enigmas will the fabled Brazen Head finally reveal?

Focusing on the Columbia River, this work interweaves history, sociology, and travelogue to examine the profound relationship between the river and the people who inhabit its banks. It highlights how human actions have transformed the river while also revealing the ways in which the river has influenced the lives and cultures of those living nearby. The book includes three maps and an index, providing a comprehensive understanding of this vital waterway and its significance in contemporary society.

Set in 1802, the story follows Ethan Gage, an American explorer and adventurer, as he embarks on a thrilling quest against North African Muslim outlaws. The stakes are high as he races to secure the Mirror of Archimedes, a legendary superweapon with the potential to alter the balance of power in the Mediterranean. Gage's journey is filled with danger and excitement, showcasing his bravery and resourcefulness in a world fraught with peril.

The year is 1799. As Bonaparte's army descends upon Israel, intent upon conquest, American adventurer Ethan Gage finds himself embroiled in an ancient mystery in the Holy Land, searching for a legendary Egyptian scroll imbued with awesome powers. The raffish and resourceful Gage must keep the mysterious document from his enemy, Napoleon—or, failing that, wrest it from him, even if it means pursuing his vengeful adversary back to France. And the wisdom of his great mentor, Benjamin Franklin, will offer Gage no solace should Bonaparte succeed in unlocking the terrible secrets of the Book of Thoth, and seizing ultimate power.

Set in 1803, the story follows Ethan Gage, a daring and irreverent hero, as he embarks on a thrilling quest in the Caribbean to find the legendary treasure of Montezuma. Accompanied by his wife, Astiza, Gage faces perilous foes, including British agents intent on using the gold to fund a slave revolt in Saint-Domingue, and French adversaries seeking its secrets for a strategic invasion. The narrative weaves adventure, historical intrigue, and a race against time as various factions vie for the treasure's power.

With President Thomas Jefferson's blessing, Ethan Gage embarks upon an expedition into America's wild frontier impelled by a legendary prize: the mythical hammer of the Norse god Thor, allegedly carried to America more than a century before Columbus. Gage's skills are tested as never before en route to the most incredible discovery of all time.