Lost In Death Valley

Author : Harley Rustad
Publisher : Knopf Canada
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2022-01-11
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780735279476

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Lost in the Valley of Death by Harley Rustad Pdf

NATIONAL BESTSELLER ONE OF CBC'S BEST CANADIAN NONFICTION BOOKS OF 2022 For fans of Jon Krakauer's Into the Wild, the riveting story of the unsolved disappearance of an American backpacker in India—one of at least two dozen tourists who have met a similar fate in the remote and storied Parvati Valley. For centuries, India has enthralled Westerners looking for an exotic getaway, a brief immersion in yoga and meditation, or, in rare cases, a true pilgrimage to find spiritual revelation. Justin Alexander Shetler, an inveterate traveler trained in wilderness survival, was one such seeker. In his early thirties, Justin quit his job at a tech startup and set out on a global journey—across the United States by motorcycle, then down to South America, and on to the Philippines, Thailand, and Nepal—in search of authentic experiences and meaningful encounters while documenting his travels on Instagram. His enigmatic character and magnetic personality gained him a devoted following who lived vicariously through his adventures. But the ever-restless explorer was driven to seek out ever-greater extremes, and greater risks, in what had become a personal quest—his own hero’s journey. In 2016, he made his way to the Parvati Valley, a remote and rugged corner of the Indian Himalayas steeped in mystical tradition and shrouded in darkness and danger. There he spent weeks studying under the guidance of a sadhu, an Indian holy man, living and meditating in a cave. At the end of August, accompanied by the sadhu, he set off on a spiritual journey to a holy lake—one from which he would never return. Lost in the Valley of Death is about one man’s search to find himself, in a country where, for many Westerners, the path to spiritual enlightenment can prove fraught, even treacherous. But it is also a story about all of us and the ways, sometimes extreme, we seek fulfillment in life.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2024-06-28
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9783368369682

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Author : Richard E. Lingenfelter
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 700 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1988-01-11
Category : History
ISBN : 0520908880

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Death Valley and the Amargosa by Richard E. Lingenfelter Pdf

This is the history of Death Valley, where that bitter stream the Amargosa dies. It embraces the whole basin of the Amargosa from the Panamints to the Spring Mountains, from the Palmettos to the Avawatz. And it spans a century from the earliest recollections and the oldest records to that day in 1933 when much of the valley was finally set aside as a National Monument. This is the story of an illusory land, of the people it attracted and of the dreams and delusions they pursued-the story of the metals in its mountains and the salts in its sinks, of its desiccating heat and its revitalizing springs, and of all the riches of its scenery and lore-the story of Indians and horse thieves, lost argonauts and lost mine hunters, prospectors and promoters, miners and millionaires, stockholders and stock sharps, homesteaders and hermits, writers and tourists. But mostly this is the story of the illusions-the illusions of a shortcut to the gold diggings that lured the forty-niners, of inescapable deadliness that hung in the name they left behind, of lost bonanzas that grew out of the few nuggets they found, of immeasurable riches spread by hopeful prospectors and calculating con men, and of impenetrable mysteries concocted by the likes of Scotty. These and many lesser illusions are the heart of its history.

Author : Deborah A. Fox
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2020-11-17
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0578720221

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The Man Who Beat Death Valley by Deborah A. Fox Pdf

As thrilling a tale as the Donner Party, this graphic novel tells the true story of William Lewis Manly, who risked his life to save pioneer families from dying in a barren wasteland.THE MAN WHO BEAT DEATH VALLEY reveals how Death Valley earned its name, told for the first time in a graphic novel.

Author : Connie Goldsmith
Publisher : Millbrook Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : California
ISBN : 0761319158

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Lost in Death Valley by Connie Goldsmith Pdf

Tells the story of traveling out West through four families who endured the journey to search for gold and become rich.

Author : Gale Straub
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2019-03-26
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781452167671

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She Explores by Gale Straub Pdf

For every woman who has ever been called outdoorsy comes a collection of stories that inspires unforgettable adventure. Beautiful, empowering, and exhilarating, She Explores is a spirited celebration of female bravery and courage, and an inspirational companion for any woman who wants to travel the world on her own terms. Combining breathtaking travel photography with compelling personal narratives, She Explores shares the stories of 40 diverse women on unforgettable journeys in nature: women who live out of vans, trucks, and vintage trailers, hiking the wild, cooking meals over campfires, and sleeping under the stars. Women biking through the countryside, embarking on an unknown road trip, or backpacking through the outdoors with their young children in tow. Complementing the narratives are practical tips and advice for women planning their own trips, including: • Preparing for a solo hike • Must-haves for a road-trip kitchen • Planning ahead for unknown territory • Telling your own story A visually stunning and emotionally satisfying collection for any woman craving new landscapes and adventure.

Author : William Caruthers
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2023-10-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:8596547618331

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Loafing Along Death Valley Trails by William Caruthers Pdf

"Loafing Along Death Valley Trails: A Personal Narrative of People and Places" by William Caruthers is a captivating journey through the rugged landscapes of Death Valley, California. Caruthers, through vivid storytelling, shares his personal experiences and encounters with the unique individuals who inhabited this harsh environment. His narrative not only provides historical insights into the region but also captures the resilience of those who called Death Valley home. This book is a delightful blend of adventure, history, and personal anecdotes, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in the American West and its colorful past.

Author : Ted Faye
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2022-10-17
Category : History
ISBN : 9781467108485

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Death Valley Gold Rush by Ted Faye Pdf

From the mid-19th century to the 1930s, no place in America was more feared or mysterious than the stretch of desert on the California-Nevada border known as Death Valley. While today Death Valley National Park is seen as a place of natural beauty and scenic wonders, there were once rumors of vaporous gases so toxic that birds flying overhead would drop dead instantly. One of the first Americans to encounter this dreaded land was William Lewis Manly, who left his Wisconsin home for California's 1849 Gold Rush and who heroically saved those lost pioneers who would give Death Valley its name. Other pioneers in the early 20th century were Frank "Shorty" Harris, who made Death Valley's biggest gold strike; the Hoyt brothers, who, in 1908, struck it rich in a place called Skidoo; and in the 1920s, a con man named C.C. Julian, who used the valley's reputation to scam naive investors. There was a time when the entire country seemed to be consumed with news and tales of the Death Valley Gold Rush. Ted Faye is a documentary filmmaker, exhibit curator, and historical researcher on stories and people of the Death Valley region. Faye has worked with tourism boards on both the state and local levels to develop materials that tell the stories of their communities. He was a historian at US Borax, and many images from this book are from the Borax collection at Death Valley National Park.

Author : Alfred Noyes
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 92 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2016-01-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1523427310

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Beyond the Desert by Alfred Noyes Pdf

An escaped I. W. W. convict lost in Death Valley and fainting from thirst encounters in imagination a group of pioneers of '49. Their amazed appreciation of the wonders of his generation-trains, automobiles and hospitals, which they learn of through his Sunday paper - makes his quarrel that some have more than others seem so petty that after his rescue he repudiates the creed before his old gang and dies a martyr to the cause of order. Contains some matchless descriptions of the desert. Appeared in the Red Book. -The Booklist, Vol. 17 [1921]

Author : Michel Digonnet
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 550 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2016-04-26
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0965917835

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Hiking Death Valley by Michel Digonnet Pdf

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Author : Stefanie Payne,Jonathan Irish
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2018-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 069292678X

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A Year in the National Parks by Stefanie Payne,Jonathan Irish Pdf

On January 1 of 2016, Stefanie Payne, a creative professional working at NASA Headquarters, and Jonathan Irish, a photographer with National Geographic, left their lives in Washington, D.C. and hit the open road on an expedition to explore and document all 59 of America's national parks during the centennial celebration of the U.S. National Park Service - 59 parks in 52 weeks - the Greatest American Road Trip. Captured in more than 300,000 digital photographs, written stories, and videos shared by the national and international media, their project resulted in an incredible view of America's National Park System seen in its 100th year. 'A Year in the National Parks, The Greatest American Road Trip' is a gorgeous visual journey through our cherished public lands, detailing a rich tapestry of what makes each park special, as seen along an epic journey to visit them all within one special celebratory year.

Author : William Lewis Manly
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1894
Category : History
ISBN : HARVARD:32044055070965

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Death Valley in '49 by William Lewis Manly Pdf

William Lewis Manly (1820-1903) and his family left Vermont in 1828, and he grew to manhood in Michigan and Wisconsin. On hearing the news of gold in California, Manly set off on horseback, joining an emigrant party in Missouri. Death Valley in '49 (1894) contains Manly's account of that overland journey. Setting out too late in the year to risk a northern passage thorugh the Sierras, the group takes the southern route to California, unluckily choosing an untried short cut through the mountains. This fateful decision brings the party through Death Valley, and Manly describes their trek through the desert, as well as the experiences of the Illinois "Jayhawkers" and others who took the Death Valley route. Manly's memoirs continue with his trip north to prospecting near the Mariposa mines, a brief trip back east via the Isthmus, and his return to California and another try at prospecting on the North Fork of the Yuba at Downieville in 1851. He provides lively ancedotes of life in mining camps and of his visits to Stockton, Sacramento, and San Francisco.

Author : William Caruthers
Publisher : Litres
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2017-09-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9785040584703

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Loafing Along Death Valley Trails by William Caruthers Pdf

Author : Theodore Sherman Palmer
Publisher : Wildside Press LLC
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1989-01-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9780893709372

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Chronology of the Death Valley Region in California, 1849-1949, and Place Names of the Death Valley Region in California and Nevada, 1845-1947 by Theodore Sherman Palmer Pdf

Chronology and Names of the Death Valley Region in California, 1849-1949

Author : Alexis Burling
Publisher : ABDO
Page : 115 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2023-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9798384910138

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Desert Survival Stories by Alexis Burling Pdf

Deserts are stark and beautiful, attracting hikers and other people seeking adventure. But spending time in a desert has potentially deadly risks. Desert Survival Stories examines the experiences of people who have faced death in deserts and survived. Readers will learn about the unique features and dangers of deserts and discover how to prepare for and stay safe on an adventure in these regions. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.