THANK YOU FOR BURNING is a scintillating satirical debut novel that clears the air on modern day coal barons and their political protectors who are choking our children's future. This scorching tale follows three vastly different Americans who end up following their hearts to preserve and protect their conuntry's future. In his mid-20s, JC flees the death rattle of West Virginia's coal mining culture seeking a better life out West, only to be pulled back into the fight he thought he had le...

To the casual observer Ontario appears as an immense territory, stretching from west of the Great Lakes to the St. Lawrence, and from Hudson Bay to the southernmost tip of Lake Erie. The naturalist sees more than this vastness: he is aware of the province's great diversity in flora and fauna, and in geology and topography; he sees the province divided into zones and regions, each with its own special natural traits. Over the years some areas, and their special attractions, have become wide...

THANK YOU FOR BURNING is a scintillating satirical debut novel that clears the air on modern day coal barons and their political protectors who are choking our children's future. This scorching tale follows three vastly different Americans who end up following their hearts to preserve and protect their country's future. In his mid-20s, JC flees the death rattle of West Virginia's coal mining culture seeking a better life out West, only to be pulled back into the fight he thought he had lef...

This book tells the story of the province’s geology and the history of its living creatures. The first edition of Geology of British Columbia,, with its accessible but rigorous science, struck a chord with readers. Since it was first published, theories about plate tectonics and the geological history of British Columbia have evolved, and this new edition reflects the current thinking. This book also features updated content throughout, seven new maps, and a numbe...

Explore Ontario's historic roads, each with unexpected side trips and a fascinating story.In his relentless quest for the unusual in a world of the mundane, modern-day explorer Ron Brown has traveled nearly every backroad in Ontario. This guidebook features 22 trips, each illustrated with photographs and accompanied by an easy-to-follow map.These trips range in length from afternoon outings to weekend excursions. And all lead to fascinating out-of-...

One of the most recognized names in publications for outdoor enthusiasts, Outdoor Bibles offer expert, informatively illustrated guidance for novices and experienced sportsmen alike.B & W photographs and illustrations throughout.

Volcanoes and glaciations long past are just part of this insiders’ guide to the well-travelled and not-so-well-travelled routes that Albertans, visitors, and nature explorers will love. Allow geologist Dale Leckie to guide you through the intriguing story of Alberta’s landscape evolution: from Waterton Lakes National Park to Dinosaur Provincial Park, into the Prairies, and across Alberta’s North. The scenic geological wonders can be seen from roadside pullouts and explored by hikes throug...

This revised and expanded edition of an award-winning book not only explores British Columbia’s stunning ecology but also features an increased focus on climate change. With expanded sections on the province’s geological history, updated information on the mountain pine beetle and the future of B.C.’s biodiversity, and fresh information on many other topics, this edition includes new illustrations, photos, sidebars, and new and revised maps.Both an authoritative reference and an ea...

Allow award-winning geologist Dale Leckie to guide you through one of Canada’s most amazing unesco World Heritage Sites – the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks. In Rocks, Ridges, and Rivers, Leckie tells the dramatic story of the Rockies, its rivers and valleys, glaciers and hot springs, caves and karst, mountain building and erosion.This insiders’ guide includes the stops along the well-travelled routes through Banff, Yoho, and Jasper National Parks that travellers would be wise to se...

From the bestselling author of 105 Hikes in and Around Southwestern BC, Destination Hikes brings 55 new day trips from Vancouver to hikers looking for spectacular destinations, from the beautiful turquoise waters of alpine lakes to the panoramic views from various peaks, plus so much more.Includes topographic maps, stunning color photos, and detailed descriptions of hikes, how to get there, how to find the trailheads, and noteworthy spots to stop along the...

A classic, full-colour guide to one of Alberta’s most spectacular and underrated wilderness areas, The David Thompson Highway Hiking Guide continues to introduce adventurous tourists and locals to the heart of the Canadian Rockies.Another of RMB’s bestselling hiking books, The David Thompson Highway Hiking Guide, has been completely revised, updated and redesigned for outdoor enthusiasts interested in experiencing a wide variety of easily accessible trail...

The Great Lakes have been central to the development of eastern North America. In this beautifully designed, comprehensive gem of a guide to the ecosystem at the heart of Canada” (The Tyee), award-winning science and nature writer Wayne Grady makes scientific concepts accessible as he reveals how human impact has changed this life-giving region.The Great Lakes: A Natural History of a Changing Region is the most authoritative, complete and...