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Ghost Town Living

Mining for Purpose and Chasing Dreams at the Edge of Death Valley

by Brent Underwood ...

Narrated by Brent Underwood ...

Unabridged

7 hours 44 min

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A long-abandoned silver mine for sale sounded like an adventure too great to pass up, but it turned into much more—a calling, a community of millions, and hard-earned lessons about chasing impractical dreams.“Inspiring and meditative—the story of man vs nature and man vs himself.”—Ryan Holiday, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Obstacle is the WayThe siren ... Read more

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A long-abandoned silver mine for sale sounded like an adventure too great to pass up, but it turned into much more—a calling, a community of millions, and hard-earned lessons about chasing impractical dreams.“Inspiring and meditative—the story of man vs nature and man vs himself.”—Ryan Holiday, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Obstacle is the WayThe siren
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A Walk in the Park

by Kevin Fedarko ...

Narrated by Kevin Fedarko ...

Unabridged

14 hours 40 min

*** Winner of the National Outdoor Book Award in Outdoor Literature * Winner of the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Nonfiction * Named a Best Book of the Year by The New York Times, Air Mail, Smithsonian Magazine, and Financial Times“A triumph. Fedarko doesn’t describe awe; he induces it.” —The New York Times Book Review****“Passionate…memorable…life-affirming.” —The Wall Street ... Read more

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*** Winner of the National Outdoor Book Award in Outdoor Literature * Winner of the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Nonfiction * Named a Best Book of the Year by The New York Times, Air Mail, Smithsonian Magazine, and Financial Times“A triumph. Fedarko doesn’t describe awe; he induces it.” —The New York Times Book Review****“Passionate…memorable…life-affirming.” —The Wall Street
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The Secret Knowledge of Water

There Are Two Easy Ways to Die in the Desert: Thirst and Drowning

by Craig Childs ...

Narrated by Craig Childs ...

Unabridged

7 hours 51 min

Naturalist Craig Childs's "utterly memorable and fantastic" study of the desert's dangerous beauty is based on years of adventures in the deserts of the American West (Washington Post).Like the highest mountain peaks, deserts are environments that can be inhospitable even to the most seasoned explorers. Craig Childs, who has spent years in the deserts of the American West as an adventurer, a river ... Read more

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Naturalist Craig Childs's "utterly memorable and fantastic" study of the desert's dangerous beauty is based on years of adventures in the deserts of the American West (Washington Post).Like the highest mountain peaks, deserts are environments that can be inhospitable even to the most seasoned explorers. Craig Childs, who has spent years in the deserts of the American West as an adventurer, a river
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The Yosemite

by John Muir ...

Narrated by Don Gentry ...

Unabridged

5 hours 40 min

John Muir (1838 – 1914) was an influential naturalist, author, environmental philosopher, and advocate for the preservation of wilderness areas in the United States. In 1869, Muir travelled to California and spent a long time in the area that is now the Yosemite National Park. This narrative takes the form of a hiking guide filled with adventure. Muir was a master of description, providing ... Read more

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John Muir (1838 – 1914) was an influential naturalist, author, environmental philosopher, and advocate for the preservation of wilderness areas in the United States. In 1869, Muir travelled to California and spent a long time in the area that is now the Yosemite National Park. This narrative takes the form of a hiking guide filled with adventure. Muir was a master of description, providing
... Read more
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English Learners: A Trip To The San Diego Botanical Gardens

by Jacob Healy ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Jessica Anne Bogart E ...

Series Audiobook 2 - English Learners
Unabridged

26 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Explore the Beauty of Southern California—and Improve Your English!English Learners: A Trip to the San Diego Botanical Gardens is a simple and helpful e-book for English language learners. Whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced reader, this book helps you grow your vocabulary, improve your reading, and talk about nature and travel in ... Read more

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Explore the Beauty of Southern California—and Improve Your English!English Learners: A Trip to the San Diego Botanical Gardens is a simple and helpful e-book for English language learners. Whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced reader, this book helps you grow your vocabulary, improve your reading, and talk about nature and travel in
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Airstream Country

A Geologic Journey Across the American West

by Neil Mathison ...

Narrated by Mitch Crawford ...

Unabridged

5 hours 55 min

A herd of bison standing in the snow. Layered bluffs of multicolored sandstone. A silver Airstream trailer on a mountain highway. These are familiar sights for Neil Mathison and his wife, Susan. Newly retired, their son in college, they embark upon a great American road trip "uncoupled from the tyranny of calendars or a specific journey." Airstream Country recounts their travels across the western ... Read more

$15.99 USD

A herd of bison standing in the snow. Layered bluffs of multicolored sandstone. A silver Airstream trailer on a mountain highway. These are familiar sights for Neil Mathison and his wife, Susan. Newly retired, their son in college, they embark upon a great American road trip "uncoupled from the tyranny of calendars or a specific journey." Airstream Country recounts their travels across the western
... Read more
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Crisis on Mount Hood

Stories from a Hundred Years of Mountain Rescue

by Christopher Van Tilburg ...

Narrated by Chris Sorensen ...

Unabridged

9 hours 34 min

In Crisis on Mount Hood, author and emergency room doctor Christopher Van Tilburg looks at the history of America's oldest all-volunteer mountain rescue team, the Hood River Crag Rats, and his own three-decade commitment to search and rescue. Centered on Oregon's iconic 11,249-foot-high Mount Hood, considered by many to be the world's most-climbed glaciated peak, this dramatic narrative leads ... Read more

$19.99 USD

In Crisis on Mount Hood, author and emergency room doctor Christopher Van Tilburg looks at the history of America's oldest all-volunteer mountain rescue team, the Hood River Crag Rats, and his own three-decade commitment to search and rescue. Centered on Oregon's iconic 11,249-foot-high Mount Hood, considered by many to be the world's most-climbed glaciated peak, this dramatic narrative leads
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Behind the Bears Ears

Exploring the Cultural and Natural Histories of a Sacred Landscape

by R. E. Burrillo ...

Narrated by Charles Constant ...

Unabridged

14 hours 32 min

FOREWORD INDIES WINNER, EDITOR'S CHOICE PRIZE NONFICTIONFor more than twelve thousand years, the redrock landscape of southeastern Utah has shaped the lives of everyone who calls it home. R. E. Burrillo takes listeners on a journey of discovery through the stories and controversies that make this place so unique, from traces of its earliest inhabitants through its role in shaping the study of ... Read more

$24.99 USD

FOREWORD INDIES WINNER, EDITOR'S CHOICE PRIZE NONFICTIONFor more than twelve thousand years, the redrock landscape of southeastern Utah has shaped the lives of everyone who calls it home. R. E. Burrillo takes listeners on a journey of discovery through the stories and controversies that make this place so unique, from traces of its earliest inhabitants through its role in shaping the study of
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Written in the Snows

Across Time on Skis in the Pacific Northwest

by Lowell Skoog ...

Narrated by Danny Campbell ...

Unabridged

11 hours 11 min

In Written in the Snows, renowned local skiing historian Lowell Skoog presents a definitive and visually rich history of the past century of Northwest ski culture, from stirring and colorful stories of wilderness exploration to the evolution of gear and technique. He traces the development of skiing in Washington from the late 1800s to the present, covering the beginnings of ski resorts and ... Read more

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In Written in the Snows, renowned local skiing historian Lowell Skoog presents a definitive and visually rich history of the past century of Northwest ski culture, from stirring and colorful stories of wilderness exploration to the evolution of gear and technique. He traces the development of skiing in Washington from the late 1800s to the present, covering the beginnings of ski resorts and
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Essence of Tucson: The Story

by Aneta Hebrova ...

Narrated by Hadley Mackin ...

Unabridged

4 hours 41 min

"Essence of Tucson captured my attention from the very beginning. Even after living in this region for more than 30 years, I found myself wanting to revisit old forgotten places and explore new local destinations. I was yearning to be a better citizen. Equally surprising was the author's story and her journey through this sacred land. Powerful and mesmerizing. Every resident and student of Tucson ... Read more

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"Essence of Tucson captured my attention from the very beginning. Even after living in this region for more than 30 years, I found myself wanting to revisit old forgotten places and explore new local destinations. I was yearning to be a better citizen. Equally surprising was the author's story and her journey through this sacred land. Powerful and mesmerizing. Every resident and student of Tucson
... Read more
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Discovering Texas: The Lone Star State Unveiled

by Annette Gutierrez ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Martin G ...

Unabridged

1 hour 44 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Delve into the rich geographical wonders and historical tapestry of the state in Chapter 1. Indulge in Texan cuisine delights in Chapter 2 with a culinary tour of barbecue bliss, Tex-Mex treasures, and sweet tooth satisfaction. Discover urban escapes in the Lone Star State in Chapter 3, from Houston highlights to Austin's eclectic charm and San Antonio ... Read more

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Delve into the rich geographical wonders and historical tapestry of the state in Chapter 1. Indulge in Texan cuisine delights in Chapter 2 with a culinary tour of barbecue bliss, Tex-Mex treasures, and sweet tooth satisfaction. Discover urban escapes in the Lone Star State in Chapter 3, from Houston highlights to Austin's eclectic charm and San Antonio
... Read more
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Always Crashing in the Same Car

On Art, Crisis, and Los Angeles, California

by Matthew Specktor ...

Narrated by Matthew Specktor ...

Unabridged

9 hours 4 min

Blending memoir and cultural criticism, Matthew Specktor explores family legacy, the lives of artists, and a city that embodies both dreams and disillusionment.In 2006, Matthew Specktor moved into a crumbling Los Angeles apartment opposite the one in which F. Scott Fitzgerald spent the last moments of his life. Fitz had been Specktor's first literary idol, someone whose own passage through ... Read more

$19.99 USD

Blending memoir and cultural criticism, Matthew Specktor explores family legacy, the lives of artists, and a city that embodies both dreams and disillusionment.In 2006, Matthew Specktor moved into a crumbling Los Angeles apartment opposite the one in which F. Scott Fitzgerald spent the last moments of his life. Fitz had been Specktor's first literary idol, someone whose own passage through
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HowExpert Guide to Sonoma County without the Wine

101+ Tips on Things to Do and Tourist Attractions in California’s Wine Country without the Wine

by HowExpert, Tia Starr ...

Narrated by Jason Haines ...

Unabridged

3 hours 30 min

Do you love living amongst towering redwoods, rolling hills, and world-class wine but never know where to take guests visiting from out of town? Do you draw a blank when thinking of something to do? Are you stuck in a rut and tired of doing the same handful of things?HowExpert Guide to Sonoma County without the Wine is the casually inspiring guide for you. Written by a 20-year Sonoma State ... Read more

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Do you love living amongst towering redwoods, rolling hills, and world-class wine but never know where to take guests visiting from out of town? Do you draw a blank when thinking of something to do? Are you stuck in a rut and tired of doing the same handful of things?HowExpert Guide to Sonoma County without the Wine is the casually inspiring guide for you. Written by a 20-year Sonoma State
... Read more
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Grizzly Confidential

An Astounding Journey into the Secret Life of North America’s Most Fearsome Predator

by Kevin Grange ...

Narrated by Timothy Pabon ...

Unabridged

9 hours 9 min

In?Grizzly Confidential, author Kevin Grange—former paramedic and park ranger at Yellowstone and Grand Teton—comes face-to-face with North America’s most fearsome predator, Ursus Arctos.His quest takes him from his home in the Tetons to an eerie, mist-shrouded island of gigantic bruins; from the Bear Center at Washington State University—where scientists believe the secrets of hibernation might ... Read more

$29.99 USD

In?Grizzly Confidential, author Kevin Grange—former paramedic and park ranger at Yellowstone and Grand Teton—comes face-to-face with North America’s most fearsome predator, Ursus Arctos.His quest takes him from his home in the Tetons to an eerie, mist-shrouded island of gigantic bruins; from the Bear Center at Washington State University—where scientists believe the secrets of hibernation might
... Read more
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Wildest of the Wild West

True Tales of a Frontier Town on the Santa Fe Trail, forward by Max Evans

by Howard Bryan, Howard Bryan ...

Narrated by Jim Terr, Jim Terr ...

Unabridged

5 hours 39 min

Bizarre but totally true tales of the wildest town on the Western frontier, Las Vegas, New Mexico!Violence and treachery abounded, but also heroism, ingenuity, and low and high comedy.Jesse James, Doc Holliday, Kit Carson, Billy the Kid, even Abraham Lincoln and Lew Wallace and scores of other famous and infamous characters all played parts in the story of the roughest town on the frontier! ... Read more

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Bizarre but totally true tales of the wildest town on the Western frontier, Las Vegas, New Mexico!Violence and treachery abounded, but also heroism, ingenuity, and low and high comedy.Jesse James, Doc Holliday, Kit Carson, Billy the Kid, even Abraham Lincoln and Lew Wallace and scores of other famous and infamous characters all played parts in the story of the roughest town on the frontier!
... Read more
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HowExpert Guide to Eugene, Oregon

101 Tips to Learn the History, Discover the Best Places to Visit, Eat Great Food, and Have Fun Exploring Eugene, Oregon

by HowExpert, Kristy Johnson ...

Narrated by N.W. Edwards ...

Unabridged

4 hours 10 min

Known as “Track Town USA,” “The Emerald Valley,” or “Nike Town,” Eugene is the second-largest city in Oregon. Home to the Summer Olympic Trials and many other exciting outdoor events, this area is a hidden gem.In this travel guide, you can learn everything you need to know for an exciting and wonderful vacation to this centrally located destination. We say ‘centrally located’ because Eugene is ... Read more

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Known as “Track Town USA,” “The Emerald Valley,” or “Nike Town,” Eugene is the second-largest city in Oregon. Home to the Summer Olympic Trials and many other exciting outdoor events, this area is a hidden gem.In this travel guide, you can learn everything you need to know for an exciting and wonderful vacation to this centrally located destination. We say ‘centrally located’ because Eugene is
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Apache Dawn

Join us for five unforgettable days touring the Real Old West

by Paul Bablove ...

Narrated by Ed Ames, Karen Schonwit ...

Unabridged

4 hours 27 min

Apache Dawn covers more than 450 miles across Southern Arizona in five exciting and fast paced days.Visit a land made famous by Coronado and Father Kino, by Geronimo and Cochise, by the Earps, Doc Holliday and the Clintons, by Johnny Ringo and Ed Schieffein and the Copper Queen. A land of endless skies and breathtaking vistas. Of sacred mountains and dramatic rock formations rising like islands in ... Read more

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Apache Dawn covers more than 450 miles across Southern Arizona in five exciting and fast paced days.Visit a land made famous by Coronado and Father Kino, by Geronimo and Cochise, by the Earps, Doc Holliday and the Clintons, by Johnny Ringo and Ed Schieffein and the Copper Queen. A land of endless skies and breathtaking vistas. Of sacred mountains and dramatic rock formations rising like islands in
... Read more
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HowExpert Guide to the San Fernando Valley

101 Tips to Learn about the History, Celebrities, Entertainment, Dining, and Places to Visit and Explore in San Fernando Valley, California

by HowExpert, Susan Hartzler ...

Narrated by Tim Cicciarelli ...

Unabridged

3 hours 44 min

There’s so much to see and do in the San Fernando Valley that you might find it hard to decide where to begin. From movie studio tours, amusement parks, cultural centers, metaphysical spots, a historic mission, hiking trails, huge parks, lovely gardens, restaurants galore, and much, much more, the Valley, as locals call it, is the place for fun. Author Susan Hartzler who grew up there shares the ... Read more

$19.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

There’s so much to see and do in the San Fernando Valley that you might find it hard to decide where to begin. From movie studio tours, amusement parks, cultural centers, metaphysical spots, a historic mission, hiking trails, huge parks, lovely gardens, restaurants galore, and much, much more, the Valley, as locals call it, is the place for fun. Author Susan Hartzler who grew up there shares the
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Exploring the Great Outdoors

A Comprehensive Guide to the National Parks of the United States

by Seraphina Wilde ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Anya G ...

Unabridged

54 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Discover the splendor and diversity of the United States' most treasured natural landscapes in "Exploring the Great Outdoors: A Comprehensive Guide to the National Parks of the United States" by Seraphina Wilde. This essential guide provides a deep dive into the 60 national parks that define the American wilderness, offering readers a rich ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Discover the splendor and diversity of the United States' most treasured natural landscapes in "Exploring the Great Outdoors: A Comprehensive Guide to the National Parks of the United States" by Seraphina Wilde. This essential guide provides a deep dive into the 60 national parks that define the American wilderness, offering readers a rich
... Read more
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The Enduring Wild

A Journey into California's Public Lands

by Josh Jackson ...

Narrated by Alex Knox ...

Unabridged

4 hours 26 min

A galvanizing road trip across California's immense public wilderness from a beloved adventurer.It all began with a camping trip. Outdoor enthusiast Josh Jackson had never heard of "BLM land" before a casual recommendation from a friend led him to a free campsite in the desert—and the revelation that over fifteen million acres of land in California are owned collectively by the people. In The ... Read more

$12.99 USD

A galvanizing road trip across California's immense public wilderness from a beloved adventurer.It all began with a camping trip. Outdoor enthusiast Josh Jackson had never heard of "BLM land" before a casual recommendation from a friend led him to a free campsite in the desert—and the revelation that over fifteen million acres of land in California are owned collectively by the people. In The
... Read more
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Over The Edge

Revised and Expanded Third Edition

by Michael P. Ghiglieri, Thomas M. Myers ...

Narrated by Sean Pratt ...

Unabridged

27 hours 25 min

This is a vastly expanded and revised edition of the 2001 classic, Over the Edge: Death in Grand Canyon, now updated after a decade,containing many gripping accounts of all known fatal mishaps in the most famous of the World's Seven Natural Wonders."If you believe that everything interesting about Grand Canyon has already been written, you're dead wrong. Over the Edge: Death in Grand Canyon ... Read more

$24.99 USD

This is a vastly expanded and revised edition of the 2001 classic, Over the Edge: Death in Grand Canyon, now updated after a decade,containing many gripping accounts of all known fatal mishaps in the most famous of the World's Seven Natural Wonders."If you believe that everything interesting about Grand Canyon has already been written, you're dead wrong. Over the Edge: Death in Grand Canyon
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History of Knott's Scary Farm, The

by Ted Dougherty ...

Narrated by Ted Dougherty ...

Unabridged

7 hours 13 min

A NIGHTMARE COME TRUE!The incredible story on how Knott’s Berry Farm’s annual Knott’s Scary Farm became the “world’s largest and scariest Halloween party” is told in the hauntingly striking audiobook – The History of Knott’s Scary Farm, narrated by author, Ted Dougherty.The shrouds of mystery as to how the world-famous Southern California Halloween tradition became a monster of an event are lifted ... Read more

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A NIGHTMARE COME TRUE!The incredible story on how Knott’s Berry Farm’s annual Knott’s Scary Farm became the “world’s largest and scariest Halloween party” is told in the hauntingly striking audiobook – The History of Knott’s Scary Farm, narrated by author, Ted Dougherty.The shrouds of mystery as to how the world-famous Southern California Halloween tradition became a monster of an event are lifted
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Not the Ones Dead

by Dana Stabenow ...

Narrated by Marguerite Gavin ...

Series Audiobook 23 - A Kate Shugak Investigation
Unabridged

9 hours 30 min

Bloomsbury presents Not the Ones Dead by Dana Stabenow, read by Marguerite Gavin.The gripping new Kate Shugak novel by New York Times bestselling author Dana Stabenow. What seems a tragic accident soon becomes a murder investigation as Kate is drawn into a case of political intrigue.A mid-air collision in the Alaskan wilderness between two small aircraft leaves ten people dead. Was it a bird ... Read more

$18.00 USD

Bloomsbury presents Not the Ones Dead by Dana Stabenow, read by Marguerite Gavin.The gripping new Kate Shugak novel by New York Times bestselling author Dana Stabenow. What seems a tragic accident soon becomes a murder investigation as Kate is drawn into a case of political intrigue.A mid-air collision in the Alaskan wilderness between two small aircraft leaves ten people dead. Was it a bird
... Read more
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Awesome Arizona

200 Amazing Facts about the Grand Canyon State

by Roger Naylor ...

Narrated by Stephen R. Thorne ...

Unabridged

6 hours 3 min

Which state has the most national monuments? Where in America can you find one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World? Where is the largest contiguous forest of ponderosa pine? In Awesome Arizona, Roger Naylor, "the Dean of Arizona Travel Writers," has amassed 200 amazing facts and fascinating commentary about his beloved state. This is the fast-paced, funny encyclopedia that lovers of Arizona ... Read more

$12.99 USD

Which state has the most national monuments? Where in America can you find one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World? Where is the largest contiguous forest of ponderosa pine? In Awesome Arizona, Roger Naylor, "the Dean of Arizona Travel Writers," has amassed 200 amazing facts and fascinating commentary about his beloved state. This is the fast-paced, funny encyclopedia that lovers of Arizona
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