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Compass Guide Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon National Parks

Compass Guide Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon National Parks

by Sara Benson

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2009
  • PAPER
  • 304 PAGES

Exquisitely photographed, this sumptuous guide in the newly relaunched series of Compass Guides, featuring local authors, is an excellent overview of the history, culture, nature, activities and attractions of the park. With a 20-page section of practical information. (USW576, $19.95)

Yosemite

Yosemite

by Ansel Adams

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 1995
  • PAPER
  • 112 PAGES

A handsome collection of Ansel Adams' photographs of Yosemite National Park. The 66 photographs include portraits of Moon and Half Dome, Clearing Winter Storm and El Capitan. (CAL49, $21.99)

My First Summer in the Sierra

My First Summer in the Sierra

by John Muir

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2003
  • PAPER
  • 353 PAGES

Muir's original account of a summer in Yosemite and surrounding High Sierras, based on his youthful notebooks of the summer of 1869. (CAL47, $13.00)

Yosemite Wildlife

Yosemite Wildlife

by James Kavanagh

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 2007
  • PLASTIC CARD

A handy, laminated fold-up card featuring 140 birds, mammals, reptiles and insects. (USW499, $5.95)

The Complete Guidebook to Yosemite National Park

The Complete Guidebook to Yosemite National Park

by Steven P. Medley

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2008
  • PAPER
  • 120 PAGES

Published by by the Yosemite Association, this slim guide includes practical information on activities, hiking trails, wildlife and history. (CAL51, $12.95)

Yosemite National Park Map

Yosemite National Park Map

by Trails Illustrated

  • MAP

A detailed, topographic map of Yosemite National Park, shown at a scale of 1:100,000. (CAL40, $11.95)

 
Fodor's San Francisco's 25 Best

Fodor's San Francisco's 25 Best


by Fodor's

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2012
  • PAPER
  • 128 PAGES

A shirt-pocket guide to San Francisco, this slim book includes an excellent map of the center of the city and essential information on its highlights. (USW185, $12.99)

Lonely Planet Yosemite, Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

Lonely Planet Yosemite, Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks


by Danny Palmerlee

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2008
  • PAPER

With more color photographs and maps, detailed itineraries and 40 suggested hikes, this re-launched new edition of Lonely Planet Yosemite is better than ever. (CAL247, $19.99)

National Parks Deck Yosemite


by Mountaineers Books

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2010
  • BOXED
  • 50 PAGES

A set of 50 full-color cards with sights, fun facts, wildlife, photos, maps and 33 day hikes. (CAL301, $14.95)

One Best Hike, Yosemite's Half Dome

One Best Hike, Yosemite's Half Dome


by Rick Deutsch

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2007
  • PAPER
  • 113 PAGES

Author and seasoned Half Dome hiker Deutsch provides the authoritative step-by-step guide to planning and completing this superb one-day hike with safety advice, insider information, detail, and reassurance found nowhere else. (CAL265, $12.95)

Yosemite National Park, A Complete Hiker's Guide

Yosemite National Park, A Complete Hiker's Guide


by Jeffrey P. Schaffer

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2006
  • PAPER
  • 288 PAGES

A detailed trail guide and overview of Yosemite with a full-color topographic map and route descriptions. (CAL105, $20.00)

Yosemite, the Complete Guide

Yosemite, the Complete Guide


by James Kaiser

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2011
  • PAPER
  • 304 PAGES

This outdoor guide, which includes the High Sierra, features stunning color photographs on almost every page, a detailed roundup of hiking, camping and other activites, innovative maps in topographic detail and dozens of suggested itineraries. (CAL213, $22.95)

Off the Wall, Death in Yosemite

Off the Wall, Death in Yosemite


by Michael Ghiglieri | Charles Farabee

  • EXPLORATION
  • 2007
  • PAPER
  • 608 PAGES

The irresistible and instructive roundup of "All Known Fatal Mishaps in America's First Protected Land of Scenic Wonders." (SWU235, $24.95)

The Last Season

The Last Season


by Eric Blehm

  • EXPLORATION
  • 2006
  • PAPER
  • 352 PAGES

Eric Blehm's account of the disappearance of experienced ranger Randy Morgenson in the wilderness of the Sierras is a tribute to the man and the natural beauty of the mountains. (CAL207, $14.99)

The Valley of the Moon

The Valley of the Moon


by Jack London

  • LITERATURE
  • 1999
  • PAPER
  • 425 PAGES

In part a tribute to his wife and rural life on his ranch in Glen Ellen, London's California novel follows Billy and Saxon Roberts from Oakland to Sonoma, where they strive to live independently on the land. (CAL169, $21.95)

Assembling California

Assembling California


by John McPhee

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 1994
  • PAPER
  • 304 PAGES

Another fine book on geology and natural history from John McPhee, this time in the company of Eldridge Moores, on travels throughout California. (USW187, $16.00)

Sierra Nevada, The Naturalist's Companion

Sierra Nevada, The Naturalist's Companion


by Verna Johnston

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2004
  • PAPER
  • 241 PAGES

This portrait of the Sierra Nevada has been a favorite among naturalists since first published in 1970. Recently updated to reflect ecological research, it's a lyrical tour of the wildlife, plants and landscapes. (CAL46, $25.95)

Spectacular Yosemite

Spectacular Yosemite


by Stuart Booth | Quang-Tuan Luong

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2011
  • HARD COVER
  • 144 PAGES

The waterfalls, wildlife, mountains and meadows of Yosemite in 150 photographs. (CAL308, $45.00)

Yosemite and the High Sierra


by Ansel Adams | John Szarkowski | Stillman, Andrea G.

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 1994
  • HARD COVER
  • 136 PAGES

This gorgeous collection includes Adams' best work on Yosemite and spans his 60-year career. (CAL210, $55.00)

Yosemite in Time

Yosemite in Time


by Mark Klett | Rebecca Solnit

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2008
  • PAPER
  • 144 PAGES

A gorgeous example of book-making (with six innovative gatefolds), this illuminating book juxtaposes modern color landscape photographs by Mark Klett against iconic classic portraits of Yosemite by Ansel Adams and others. (CAL219, $45.00)

Yosemite, an American Treasure

Yosemite, an American Treasure


by Kenneth Brower

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 1997
  • PAPER
  • 200 PAGES

An overview of Yosemite National Park, presented in the style of National Geographic style with 120 color photographs and text by Kenneth Brower. A volume in the National Geographic Park Profiles series. (CAL43, $16.00)

Mac's Field Guide to Yosemite National Park: Birds and Mammals


by Craig MacGowan

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 2000
  • PLASTIC CARD

This double-sided, laminated card features color drawings of the birds and mammals commonly found in Yosemite National Park. (CAL48, $4.95)

National Audubon Society Field Guide to California

National Audubon Society Field Guide to California


by Peter Alden

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 1998
  • PAPER
  • 448 PAGES

A compact, easy-to-use guide to 1,000 of California's trees, wildflowers, mammals, insects, birds and other flora and fauna. (CAL07, $19.95)

Sierra Nevada Natural History


by Tracy I. Storer | Robert L. Usinger | David Lukas

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 2004
  • PAPER
  • 560 PAGES

An old-fashioned comprehensive guide to 750 species of mammals, plants, insects, fish, birds and amphibians throughout the Sierra Nevadas. (CAL53, $25.95)

The Laws Field Guide to the Sierra Nevada

The Laws Field Guide to the Sierra Nevada


by John Muir Laws

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 2007
  • PAPER
  • 366 PAGES

This impressively detailed, compact and comprehensive identification guide covers 1700 native species of trees, wildflowers, ferns, fungi, lichens, fish, reptiles, amphibians, birds, mammals, and insects. Well organized for the field with 2,800 clear color illustrations and key features integrated on the page. (CAL238, $24.95)

The Sibley Field Guide to Birds of Western North America

The Sibley Field Guide to Birds of Western North America


by David Sibley

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 2003
  • PAPER
  • 474 PAGES

A compact, geographically specific version of the Sibley Guide with all-new range maps, the same glorious illustrations and expanded, extremely valuable descriptions of each bird. (USW418, $19.95)

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