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Spirit Whales and Sloth Tales
Fossils of Washington State
A guide to discovering the fascinating natural history beneath your feet
From trilobites near the Idaho border and primitive horses on the Columbia Plateau to giant bird tracks near Bellingham and curious bear-like beasts on the...
ISBN: 9780295752327
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Homewaters
A Human and Natural History of Puget Sound
Not far from Seattle skyscrapers live 150-year-old clams, more than 250 species of fish, and underwater kelp forests as complex as any terrestrial ecosystem. For millennia, vibrant Coast Salish communities have lived beside these waters...
ISBN: 9780295751009
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Stories in Stone
Travels through Urban Geology
Most people do not think to observe geology from the sidewalks of a major city, but all David B. Williams has to do is look at building stone in any urban center to find a...
ISBN: 9780295746456
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The Boathouse
The Artist's Studio of Dale Chihuly
A behind-the-scenes look at the studio of artist Dale Chihuly
This book features an exclusive glimpse into The Boathouse, the private working studio of artist Dale Chihuly, and into the history of its location on the...
ISBN: 9781576841198
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Too High and Too Steep
Reshaping Seattle’s Topography
Residents and visitors in today’s Seattle would barely recognize the landscape that its founding settlers first encountered. As the city grew, its leaders and inhabitants dramatically altered its topography to accommodate their changing visions. In...
ISBN: 9780295999401
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Seattle Walks
Discovering History and Nature in the City
Seattle is often listed as one of the most walkable cities in the United States. With its beautiful scenery, miles of non-motorized trails, and year-round access, Seattle is an ideal place to explore on foot.
In...
ISBN: 9780295741284
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