Secret Alaska: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure
“There are strange things done in the midnight sun by the men who moil for gold . . .” So wrote Robert W. Service, the gold-rush bard, in a poem included in his 1907 book Songs of a Sourdough. And more than 100 years later, the sentiment remains.
For centuries, thrill-seekers, dreamers, and eccentrics have flocked to Alaska, not only for its riches but for adventures beyond the ordinary. With that in mind, this book is not about the Alaska you’ve seen on nature documentaries or tourist brochures. It’s about the Alaska that hides in plain sight, a place brimming with the quirky, the bizarre, and yes, the strange.
From remote ghost towns abandoned to time and the elements, to festivals where locals celebrate their love of outhouses, to the world’s only hammer museum, this is a guide for the curious traveler seeking experiences that go outside the norm and for Alaska locals looking to learn more about the place they call home.
We’ll dive into the history of obscure local customs, meet the creatures whose legacies are etched into Alaska lore, and follow the stories of the characters who shaped this wild land in unusual ways.
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This book explores all continents and countries in search of the most extraordinary national parks around the world. Well-known and lesser-known parks are featured, but they are all special because of breathtaking views, a unique atmosphere, or exceptional fauna and flora. In these parks you will experience unforgettable treks and adventures and enjoy magnificent views. From desert parks to safari parks, from jungle areas to the highest mountains; each park has its unique story to tell. This book can serve as a practical travel guide but also as inspiration for those looking for the ultimate next travel destination. A traveler’s bucket list with a selection of the world’s most incredible natural parks.
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