Při četbě této výpravné a poučné knihy z edice Lovci pokladů si plně uvědomíte, jakou nesmírnou a ničivou moc může mít moře. Dočtete se o zatopených osadách či vracích nejrůznějších plavidel, které už leží na mořském dně celá staletí, často dokonale zakonzervované a ukrývající nesmírné poklady. Jen některé z nich se podaří opět vyzvednout na hladinu. V knize nechybí ani pohnutý příběh jediné plavby známého Titaniku.
Whatever you’re looking for, there’s a trail for you along Northern California’s Redwood Coast. At last there is a definitive guidebook for the magnificent and beautifully mysterious hikers' paradise known as the Redwood Coast of Northern California. In this new title in the Top Trails series, veteran outdoors author Mike White leads day-trippers and backpackers into some of the most awe-inspiring terrain on earth. Step-by-step in his trail-worn boots, the author created a menu of 57 diverse routes, from a gentle half-mile morning loop to a 29-mile backpacking adventure. Winding through Mendocino, Humboldt, and Del Norte counties, he guides readers into this landscape of lush, old-growth redwoods; picture-postcard vistas to Pacific Ocean sea stacks; winding descents to undisturbed beaches and mesmerizing tide-pool life; pathways to inland canyons; and untamed wilderness shy on humans but boisterous with herds of Roosevelt elk. For readers ready to hit the trail, this is the can't-do-without guide and for armchair travelers, it's 57 journeys into wonderland.
This guide to 57 must-do hikes of the Northern California coast leads to classic destinations and lesser-known jewels.
Veteran author White has selected the 50 best trips in the Lake Tahoe area, ranging in length from a mile-long stroll through a lush, lodgepole-lined meadow to a 19-mile trek on the Tahoe Rim Trail with excellent lake views. This edition, updated with six new hikes, features elevation profiles, detailed maps, driving directions and innovative don't-get-lost trail milestones.
The story features Mellybean, a vibrant and lovable character whose charm captivates readers. With an engaging narrative that promises to evoke warmth and joy, Mellybean's adventures are sure to resonate with both children and adults alike. The book emphasizes themes of friendship and imagination, making it a delightful read for all ages.
"Mellybean will bounce off the page and into your heart." —Mo O'Hara, New York Times bestselling author of the My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish series and Agent Moose The second book in this charming graphic novel series finds Melly and her feline friends returning to the magical world hidden in their backyard, only to discover that a wicked wizard has taken over and these pets may be the only ones who can stop her! Melly's learned a new trick, and she can't wait to show the cats. But when they all head outside to play, Melly accidentally loses her ball down the magical hole in their backyard. So she decides this is the perfect excuse to visit her friends in the fantastical world on the other side. And this time around, the cats want to come too. (After all, they need to find someone to open their cans of food!) But instead of a warm welcome, the group discovers the whole kingdom has fallen into a mysterious deep sleep. And it is all thanks to Wilma, the wizard who long ago took Narra's powers. She's back to finish what she started by stealing the magic of other mythical creatures so she can become the greatest wizard ever. Now Melly and the cats are all that stand in her way. But how will these four ordinary pets stop an extraordinary villain? Well, they may just have a few tricks up their sleeves!
"Mike White hits a heartwarming hat trick with this cute, funny, and action-packed adventure. Mellybean will bounce off the page and into your heart." —Mo O'Hara, New York Times bestselling author of the My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish series and Agent Moose The Secret Life of Pets meets The Wizard of Oz in this debut graphic novel about a spunky pup who gets trapped in a world filled with magic, adventure, and one giant, grumpy monster. Melly loves to play games. All her feline friends want to do, though, is take a nap. So when she doesn't leave them alone, the cats trick her into burying a shoe in the backyard. But the small prank turns into a big problem when Melly falls down the hole . . . and is magically transports her to another world! Melly lands smack-dab in the middle of a scuffle between a group of knights and a huge monster. But Melly soon befriends the grumpy giant, learning he isn't as scary as he seems. He's being hunted by a greedy king. One who has also been stealing from his people and locking them up in the dungeons. So although Melly is desperate to find a way back home to Mama and Papa (her human owners), she makes it her mission to help her new friend and the kingdom. But how could someone so tiny defeat such a powerful king? It may just take a game that only Melly can win.
The highs and lows, joy and heartache of owning a dog are told in this beautifully written story of life in and around a dog park.
Autobiografie prvního přemožitele Mount Everestu, který dále pokořil mimo jiné jižní i severní pól. "Toto je příběh mého života, který zhušťuje sedmdesát devět let mé dost bohaté činnosti do několika set stránek. Můj pohled se možná vždycky nebude shodovat s příběhy mých kolegů, ale přesně tak, jak to líčím, jsem to tehdy také viděl." Těmito slovy začíná poslední kniha Sira Edmunda Hillaryho, který se nesmazatelně zapsal do dějin druhé poloviny dvacátého století...
Focusing on the outdoor adventures available in northern Nevada, this guidebook by Mike White provides detailed insights into the best walking, jogging, and hiking routes around Carson City. Covering diverse areas from Virginia City to the Sierra Nevada mountains, it serves as an essential resource for outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore the region's natural beauty and trails.