Catalog of British Columbiana and Pacific Northwest Americana

10 pages illustrations

xxvi, 413 pages, 1 unnumbered leaf of plates : illustrations ; 23 cm

4 pages in October 1953 Western Folkore Vol 12, no 4

"Did one woman single-handedly save the members of the Lewis and Clark expedition from certain death? According to legend, a woman from the Niimíipuu tribe who had been rescued from slavery by a white family felt led to advocate for the travelers. If not for her courage and compassion, the story of the American West might have taken a much different trajectory. Could there really be a monstrously large serpent plying the depths of Bear Lake? Many dismiss the stories as Native American legends originally told to keep whites from settling in the area. Yet, for over a century, alleged eyewitness accounts, newspaper articles, and even TV shows continue to feed belief in the existence of a Bear Lake Monster. Is it true that the town of Kellogg almost was named Jackass? According to legend, the discovery of ore that led to a massive silver rush in Idaho's panhandle should be credited not to Noah Kellogg, but to the down-on-his-luck prospector's mule, Bill. Unfortunately, neither Noah nor Bill reaped the full benefits of what became one of the world's richest mining districts. From President Cleveland's alleged love child to the UFO highway, Idaho Myths and Legends of makes history fun and pulls back the curtain on some of the Gem State's most fascinating and compelling stories"-- Provided by publisher

xxi, 193 pages : illustrations, map ; 23 cm.

Idaho Mountain Ranges by George Wuerthner is a 1986 geographic and photographic survey, originally published by American Geographic Publishing, that explores the spectacular and rugged topography of the state. The book combines striking imagery with detailed natural history to examine the diverse geology, ecological systems, and remote wilderness areas that define Idaho's numerous distinct mountain chains. Ultimately, it serves as an engaging tribute to the region's physical geography, offering a valuable resource for outdoor enthusiasts, conservationists, and anyone interested in the natural heritage of the Inland Northwest and the Northern Rockies.

104 pages : color illustrations ; 22 x 28 cm.

Fur, silver, and gold first lured men to Idaho Territory. Women soon followed. And what women they were! Molly B'Damn, Peg Leg Annie, Spanish Belle, Lou Beevers, Diamond Tooth Lil—the names alone promised excitement and intrigue. In fact, these madams led complex, turbulent lives. Meet Maggie Hall, a devout Catholic whose husband used her to pay off his gambling debts. Working as a prostitute, Maggie made her way west and, as Molly B'Damn, became the guardian angel of an Idaho mining camp. Or Annie McIntyre, a young girl among the prospectors and ne'er do wells of Rocky Bar who amassed a small fortune as the local madam only to lose it all—along with both her legs. Idaho Madams uncovers the enigmatic and salacious lives of 30 women who ran brothels in the Gem State from the 1850s to the 1980s. Here are the hedonistic and sometimes heroic exploits of Effie Rogan, Jennie Girard, Nettie Bowen, Ginger Murphy, Dixie Colton, and Dot Allen, but also the unsung sagas of Carrie Young, Grace Freeman, Willow Herman, Hattie Carlton, and many more. As told by author Milana Marsenich, the stories of these women come alive with voluptuous detail, historical photographs, and the social context of the times.

xvi, 139 pages : illustrations, portraits ; 23 cm

"From Porthill to Franklin-from Weiser to Driggs, "Idaho inside and out" recounts the geology and the people who make the Gem State unique. Supercontinent Pangaea, the Snake River Plan, the Bonneville Flood, an aquifer with enough water to fill Lake Erie, and a subterranean ice cave in the midst of a lava desert are but a few of Idaho's natural wonders that are described. Sacajawea, Diamondfield Jack, Peg Leg Annie, John Mullan, Chief Pocatello, General B.L.E. Bonneville and many other colorful Idahoans are chronicled. Some were pillars of their communities, whereas others had no more influence than a whisp of smoke. Yet each of them added to Idaho's intriguing history. Additionally, "Idaho inside and out" contains 50 current and historical photos plus driving directions to the selected sites"-- Provided by publisher

189 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 23 cm

A package of 5 black & white maps of historic and current Idaho. Shown on the maps are early towns, military roads, stage stations, and early forts. Map 1 side 1 Idaho 1879, side 2, Idaho 1883. Map 2 side 1 Idaho 1895, side 2 Idaho 1912. Map 3 northern Idaho 1895 with overlay of current road system. Map 4 is southwest Idaho 1895, with overlay. Map 5 is southeast Idaho 1895 with overlay.

7 maps on 5 sheets : both sides ; sheets 54 x 36 cm or smaller, folded in envelope 24 x 16 cm

Idaho Ghost Towns and Mining Camps provides the most updated accounting of the mining camps and towns that grew and prospered during one of the greatest gold and silver strikes ever seen in the western United States. Adventurers from all walks of life ventured into unknown regions to play a game of chance with finding wealth in a mountain stream or deep beneath the snow-covered earth. Behind them they left the towns they had built, the railroad tracks that had connected them to the outside world and equipment now rusted from years of abandonment. Follow easy directions to locate the sites of over 120 towns and camps throughout Idaho

288 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm

A guide to the history of Idaho from a geographical context, this volume follows the roadways of Idaho and tells about interesting history that happened in the area

xii, 704 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

vii, 197 pages ; 20 cm

The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history and development of the state of Idaho, including a detailed chronology of important events, a thorough exploration of the state's place names and their origins, and an extensive bibliography of literature related to Idaho's history. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Idaho, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the state's past.

125 pages ; 22 cm

121 pages, xvi pages of plates : illustrations, portraits ; 23 cm

"A survey of commercial brewing in Idaho, from past to present"-- Provided by publisher

142 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 23 cm

[6], 52, [6] pages ; 23 cm

xiv, 300 pages : illustrations, map ; 21 cm.

250 pages : illustrations ; 23 x 31 cm

Sahaptin, or Ichishkíin Sínwit (literally, "this language"), is a Plateau Penutian language spoken in south-central Washington and northern Oregon. This dictionary documents the dialect of Sahaptin that is spoken by the Yakama people. Ichishkíin Sínwit Yakama / Yakima Sahaptin Dictionary is the first modern published dictionary of any Sahaptin dialect. The dictionary is divided into three sections: a Sahaptin-English section; an English-Sahaptin section; and a section listing roots used in the formation of Sahaptin words. The Sahaptin-English section contains approximately 3,500 headwords, over 4,500 example sentences, more than 100 images, and over 9,200 sound files available online. Copious cross-references alert readers to related words elsewhere in the Sahaptin-English section. The English-Sahaptin and roots sections serve as indices to the Sahaptin-English section. In the English-Sahaptin section, users can look up the Sahaptin equivalents of English words. In the root section, users can see words from different parts of the dictionary that share the same component of meaning. The dictionary also contains essays by noted Plateau linguist Bruce Rigsby (professor emeritus, University of Queensland) on the histories and current usage of the terms "Sahaptin" and "Yakima / Yakama."

lxviii, 492 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 26 cm + 1 audio disc (digital, MP3 file ; 4 3/4 in.)

New perspective on the Nez Perce War waged in 1877 against relocation

xvii, 366 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations, 1 map, portraits ; 21 cm

91 pages ; 21 cm

"I Have Not Loved You With My Whole Heart is a memoir of trauma, healing, faith, and violence. At its center is the author's father, the Rev. Renne Harris, a heavy-handed, alcoholic, Episcopal priest who came out in the height of the AIDS crisis and died of HIV in 1995. In a book rich with remembrances of the Pacific Northwest of the 1970s-1990s, Cris Harris pulls the reader through turning points in a household crowded with abuse, addiction, neglect, acceptance, and grief, as well as the healing that comes after reconciliation. In recognizing perpetrators of violence as complex people-as selves we can recognize-Harris wrestles with paradox: the keening dissonance of loving people with hard edges, the humor of horrible situations, and how humor can cover for anger. He shows how violence can mark us and courageously lays bare those marks, owning them as his own precious history, born of a fierce species of love. I Have Not Loved You With My Whole Heart will speak to readers whose family members came out late in life, and to those who lost loved ones in the AIDS crisis of the late 1980s and 1990s. Those with complicated relationships to faith, survivors of abuse, and anyone who has lived with family crisis will also find healing in these pages"-- Provided by publisher

224 pages ; 23 cm

Brings together archaeologists, biologists, and other scientists to consider how archaeology can inform the conservation and management of pinnipeds and other marine mammals along the Pacific Coast.

viii, 320 pages : illustrations, maps ; 27 cm

A comprehensive reference bibliography on Western Canada, including important works on the Arctic, the Klondike, Hudson's Bay, and some nautical titles relating to that area, with descriptions and price guide to approximately 1,800 of the most important books. 1,754 books described with pricing guidance.

316, xii ; 24 cm.

72, xi pages illustrations

The early history of Lake Washington is fascinating enough all on its own. But combine conventional history with the oral tradition of imparting knowledge between generations, you’ve got a playful academic romp on your hands. In addition to an examination of early land owners around the lake and a tour of our first settlements, this text explores the islands that exist within the lake. Delivered with scholarly detail, the story is lovingly told by a doting grandfather to his precocious pre-teen granddaughter. This entertaining read is guided by the curiosity of a child and enlivened by the witty banter that bridges the generation gap.

xvi, 332 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), maps (some color) ; 23 cm