California
INTRODUCTION TO 
AIR IN CALIFORNIA
Carle
In a highly engaging style, the author explains daily weather patterns,
seasonal climate, characteristic winds, and sky phenomena. The
aspects of air are explored that influence all of our senses - it's
taste, smell, feel and look. The book addresses issues arising from
global climate change in California and functions as a handbook for more
environmentally conscious living, with information on alternative energy
sources and tips for cleaner running cars.
ASSEMBLING CALIFORNIA
McPhee
At various times in the past 15 years, McPhee, accompanied by
tectonicist Eldridge Moores, has made geological field trips across
California. Here is the result of their treks in
both human and geologic time, from the Sierra Nevada to the Great Central
Valley, from wine country to the fault lines.
National Audubon Society Field Guide to CALIFORNIA
Alden & Heath
This unique, compact yet comprehensive volume is the essential
guide to California's natural world. Included is complete
information on the geology, fossils, wildlife habitats, weather, ecology,
and what you'll see in the night sky over California, as well as the
state's wildflowers, trees, mushrooms, mammals, insects, reptiles, fishes
and other life forms - all beautifully illustrated in 1500 photographs,
drawings and maps. Also lists the state's best natural sites - how
to reach them, when to visit, and what you'll see.
CALIFORNIA'S EASTERN SIERRA
Irwin
Accompanied by beautiful color photographs, features over 100 scenic and historic
destinations. Renowned landmarks and natural wonders of Eastern Sierra include Mt.
Whitney, Devils Postpile, Mono Lake, Bodie, and the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest.
CALIFORNIA GOLD COUNTRY:
The Story Behind the Scenery
California's Sierra Nevada gold region of 1949 produced its share of adventure,
romance, and history of a people who struggled to realize their share of the American
dream. Beautiful photographs and drawings along with informative text about this colorful
part of California's history.
EXPLORING THE EASTERN SIERRA
Schlenz & Flaherty
This popular guide to the Eastern Sierra region features updated text and more than 100 stunning
new color photographs.
THE GREAT THIRST
Hundley, Jr.
The story of "the great thirst" is brought up to date in this
revised edition of Norris Hundley's outstanding history, with additional
photographs and incisive descriptions of the major water-policy issues
facing California now: accelerating urbanization of farmland and open
spaces, persisting despoliation of water supplies, and demands for
equity in water allocation for an exploding population. People the world
over confront these problems, and Hundley examines them with clarity and
eloquence in the unruly laboratory of California.
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LUMINOUS MOUNTAINS
Palmer
A spirited journey of discovery up the high peaks and down the wild rivers
of the great Sierra Nevada. With 137 stunning photographs and the engaging text
of a seasoned storyteller, the author guides us through the stormy white depths
of winter and into ancient green forests suffused with life. In all months of
the year he shows us unmatched images of wonder—from icons of scenery such as
Yosemite’s El Capitan, Lake Tahoe, and Mount Whitney, to remote and secret
enclaves amid the peaks and the canyons.
PLACE NAMES OF
CENTRAL CALIFORNIA
Durham
Thousands of topographic features, such as ridges, peaks, canyons and valleys; water features, such as
streams, lakes, waterfalls, and springs; and cultural features, such as cities, towns, crossroads and
railroad sidings are included. Many entries include information about who named the feature, when
and why, as well as alternate or obsolete names. A complete bibliography of sources is included.
Longitude and latitude are given for each feature, a boon to hikers wishing to use GPS devices to
keep on track to their destinations. Great for browsing - keep a copy in your car to use on trips.
ROADSIDE GEOLOGY
OF NORTHERN AND
CENTRAL CALIFORNIA
Alt & Hyndman
Explores the recent rumblings and tremulous past of northern and central California. With expanded coverage, new maps and photographs, and the latest geologic interpretations,
this non-technical guide describes the region's rocks and landforms - from the sea stacks along
the north coast to the tufa towers at Mono Lake, and from the flood basalts of the Modoc Plateau
to the creeping fault of the Carrizo Plain.
THE SIERRAS
An Architect's View of God's Architecture
Lewis
One of the most breathtakingly beautiful regions in the world is
vividly captured in this
high-quality book. Photographed by
respected architect and artist, Larry Lewis, this eighty-page visual
trek through the Sierra presents all the grandeur and glory of this
magnificent area. Accompanied by inspiring quotations from John
Muir, Henry David Thoreau, and other chroniclers of nature's wonders,
each image displays the majestic design, structure, and composition of
the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
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