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The Pacific states

2006
Describes the people, history, land, plants, animals, cities, rural areas, transportation systems, economy, and leisure pursuits of America's Pacific states including Alaska and Hawaii.

Life in the tundra

2003
Examines the physical features, processes, and many different species of plants and animals that make up the ecosystem of Alaska's North Slope.

The climb

2000
John hires young guide Badger to lead him on an Alaskan mountain climb, but his stubborness and unwillingness to heed Badger's warnings almost leads to disaster.

Survival run

1993
Working undercover for an Atlanta airline, the Hardys have uncovered an international terrorist ring bent on smuggling and murder. In Alaska the ring is preparing to square off against an ultrasecret government agency.

Here is Alaska

1983
Introduces the unique history and natural beauty of the largest state, focusing as well on recent problems related to the native population, controversial oil and gas pipelines, rapid development, the threatened ecosystem, unprecedented wealth, and the high cost of living.

Alaska

pioneer stories of a twentieth-century frontier
1991
Explores the epic struggle of Alaska pioneer families and their quest to exploit and develop the resources of America's great bastion to the North.

Winter camp

1993
Eleven-year-old Toughboy and his younger sister must survive the harsh Alaskan winter at a friend's winter trapping camp.

Iditarod fact book

a complete guide to the last great race
2006
Presents a collection of facts and figures about the annual Iditarod that takes place in Alaska including the history of the race, official rules, winners, and other interesting details.

Alaska

2006
Presents area-by-area information for travelers to Alaska, including details on its history, landscape, sites to see, lodging, and restaurants, and provides color photos and maps throughout.

The Alaska Purchase in American history

1999
Traces the history of Alaska through the Russian exploration and settlement to the American purchase of the territory by William Seward in 1867, discussing key personalities and events during this period.

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