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A chronicle of the end of an era as witnessed by McDonnell, one of North America's best-known and most respected railroad writers. Color photographs (some of them by the author) complement a series of seven essays that capture the prairie mystique.

Wheat Kings is a lavishly illustrated and poignantly written look at the demise of the traditional northern prairie grain elevators and the railcars that served them. It is the stirring chronicle of the end of an era as witnessed by one of North America's best-known and most-respected railroad writers and photographers. This book is sure to delight railway enthusiasts, transportation historians, and anyone interested in the changing worlds of farming and railroading.

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Take a trip across Canada through the eyes of some of North America's best photographers. With over 200 stunning color photographs, this book offers readers a chance to experience firsthand the rich cultures and breathtaking scenery of this northern nation without ever leaving home. The introduction takes a historical approach, looking at Canada from the days of the explorers through development of the territories and provinces as we know them today. All ten provinces and three territories are captured in full color, allowing you to take a closer look at the beauty and diversity of each area. From the snow-capped Rocky Mountains and Vancouver's dazzling skyline to the rushing waters of Niagara Falls and the pastoral beauty of Prince Edward Island, CANADA: A VISUAL JOURNEY captures the essence of this great land.

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A flash of lightning explodes across a summer sky; a sudden winter storm descends on an otherwise tranquil coastal bay; in a moment of absolute stillness, the surface of a mirrorlike lake reflects the world around it. As much as it documents the geography of a country, landscape photography is also a record of the random events, whether fleeting or grand, that make up history. And it is the photographer's challenge to discover these landscapes at the precise instant that they are extraordinary. Thus the photographer who, after hiking for hours, happens upon a field of wildflowers at their brilliant peak uses a camera to transform an otherwise unremarkable meadow into something unforgettable.

J.A. Kraulis has traveled Canada for more than 20 years, capturing scenes that speak of both the commonality of the Canadian landscape and the sheer diversity of its range and texture. To Kraulis, it is a landscape like no other, one that he recognizes intuitively and viscerally, through the smell of spruce, the breezes off the water, fresh or salty, or from a north wind, the breath of winter in waiting. The Canadian Landscape/Le Paysage canadien is a collection of more than 125 of his exquisite photographs, telling the tale of this country and of a photographer's relationship with it.

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Spirit of the Canadian Rockies is a superb collection of breath-taking mountain scenics, wildlife and wildflower images accompanied by original quotes from the turn-of the-century adventurers and explorers who first visited this spectacular region. Covering Waterton Lakes, Banff and Jasper National Parks, each image is accompanied by two paragraphs of interesting factual information describing the history of the name, elevation and location for the scenic images, and the life cycle, characteristics & habitat for the wildlife and wildflower images. Another fine "coffee table" quality book from Bela Baliko in landscape 9" x 12" format at a very reasonable price. Chinese (Mandarin) language version.

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For the very first time, Northern Lights draws together the story of the Canadian Lighthouses. The book is filled with Dr. David Baird's striking photographs of the lights from the east and west coasts, as well as the St. Lawrence River and the Great Lakes. The accompanying text traces the fascinating evolution of the Canadian lights from the first recorded lighthouse built in 1734 at Louisbourg, Nova Scotia. Rounding out this compelling portrait of the Canadian white and red towers is a look at the distinctive building styles, the impressive Canadian technological developments, and fascinating historical information and stories about the lights and the people who kept them.

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Created exclusively from the photo files of Darwin Wiggett, who traveled Canada by car, helicopter, floatplane, boat, and foot to capture some of the country's most spectacular scenery, Canada: A Panoramic View makes an ideal gift for travelers and dreamers alike. 80 color photos.

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The latest titles in the Canada Series provide fascinating text and amazing photographs of vacation spots, the north, and even history. Experience the rustic beauty of Ontario's Cottage Country, where many Canadians and Americans escape to spend their summers. With hundreds of lakes, quaint towns, and dense forests, it's an area of stunning natural splendor. Imagine Canada as it was a century ago with Historic Sites from coast to coast. Or visit the Yukon and witness the wonder of the Northern Lights, one of the most spectacular sights in the world. Reprinted by popular demand, Whistler and British Columbia feature two outstanding vacation destinations.

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A celebration of the photographic document with an essay that traces the history of the collection of the Canadian Museum of Contemporary Photography and its predecessor, the Still Photography division of the National Film Board of Canada. Drawn from assignments to cover the country, its resources and its people, the 45 high quality reproductions show some of the best works by Canada's documentary photographers from the 1940s through to the 1960s. Work by Yousuf Karsh, Nick Morant, John Max and many more

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