northwest, pacific

Looks at the history, people, and natural beauty that together make up the world of the Pacific Northwest.

A collection of short stories that takes place in the Pacific Northwest includes odd characters like an addict who becomes obsessed with vacuum cleaners and a suburban housewife who commits armed robberies.

When Kenai, a Native American boy living in the Pacific Northwest in prehistoric times, is transformed into a bear, he learns about the lives of creatures other than man.

Discusses the contribution made by the two men who in 1804-05 led an exploring expedition across the Oregon Territory to the Pacific Ocean.

Examines the famous westward route of American settlement during the 1800s, including everyday life on the trail, what it took to make the journey successfully, and what happened to unsuccessful attempts to reach the Oregon Territory.

Labor movement secret agent Sage Adair, leading a double life in Seattle as a wealthy restaurant owner and a poor laborer, conducts his own investigation into the murder of a man, who was hired to do the dirty work of the owners of railroads, in order to clear the name of a young man who Adair knows is innocent.

Tulsa attorney Ben Kincaid, hoping to get some rest and relaxation in the Pacific Northwest, instead becomes embroiled in the murderous conflict between the local logging industry in Magic Valley and a group of crusading conservationists.

Discusses the geographical, historical, and cultural aspects of Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington.

Following the death of his mother, fourteen-year-old Jamie is sent to live with his mysterious aunt in the wilds of the Pacific Northwest, where he discovers some long-hidden family secrets.