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by Deborah Wyatt
Fellows |
A collection of photographs and essays by Traverse Magazine's founder, this book reflects the true essence of "up north" that keeps bringing us back. |
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Signed copies available
by Terry W. Phipps |
Sleeping Bear dunes is a magical
place for all who visit. Phipps captures the magic of the dunes with
stunning color photographs from all four seasons. Memorable and spectacular
views of
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The Glen Arbor Pioneers:
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The first work published by the
Leelanau Press -- a nonprofit publishing house founded by Frank and Barbara
Siepker and Suzanne Wilson -- this historical narrative about Glen Arbor's
founding fathers was a "labor of love" for author Jim Tozer. In addition to
researching the history, he interviewed family members and gathered together
interesting facts and motivations behind the three Johns’ courageous
explorations and settlements. He presents the story in an accessible
narrative that breathes life into these historic names and facts, offering
up another way to revere our treasured area. |
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Text by Jerry Dennis |
Our best seller ever!!! One hundred and fifty photos and
twelve essays out pour from this long awaited book, capturing details and
expanses of Leelanau County like no other has done before. From the details
of a frail flower to the vast sands of the shoreline, Leelanau
is a must for every local and visitor alike. |
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by Thomas Kachadurian
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The spectacular photographs and text filling this book capture Tom's passion and respect for our beloved Sleeping Bear Lakeshore. Every home and visitor to Sleeping Bear deserves a copy of this picturesque book for themselves, and more to share with family and friends. Also available is one large framed photograph of the beach at Empire looking toward the Sleeping Bear. |
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Ed and Kathy-jo have become our friends, through trips to Glen Arbor for signings and to photograph cottages for this coffee table book. Perhaps you'll recognize some local screened porches or stone fire places, but you'll definitely identify with the universal essence of cottage life captured in this special book. Simply a must for cottage owners and dreamers alike. |
Michigan:
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An artistic tour of Michigan, accompanied by colorful, anecdotal, poetic text, this book captures the landscapes, the legends, and the lore that make Michigan such a popular destination. Kathy-jo calls the Sleeping Bear Dunes "a place that inspires intense introspection. It is a place where raw energy cannot be governed or captured." |
Sand Dunes
Photography by C.J. Elfont |
Celebrating the majesty of the world's largest accumulation of dunes bordering fresh water, this book combines CJ's breathtaking images of the sand, flowers, forests, grasses, and wildlife that survive in the dunes' constantly changing environment with Edna's lyrical and informative text. |
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Signed copies available by Brian C. Kalt |
Brian has done an amazing job of thorough research, a culling of primary source material, presenting in detail the ten year battle before the establishment of Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore. Everything you ever wanted to know to understand the struggles and politics involved, reported in an unbiased perspective not available before in print. |
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In her first collection of personal essays on a land dear to her and our hearts, Stocking evokes her surroundings with crisp, memorable images--'the northern lights flare up, their rainbow flames licking the Bible-black sky.' She's taken deliberate care to know the people of her close-knit community, and her reporting is touching and authentic. The book's smooth prose provides the reader with a fascinating exploration of the Leelanaur, the land and its people. |
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Beautiful Glen Arbor
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Reflections
of a Life
Seasons
of Sleeping Bear
Leelanau
Views from
the 
Sixties
Sandstorm: The Fight Over Establishment of a Sleeping Bear National
Lakeshore, 1961-1970
Letters
from Leelanau: