Download or read book Buildings of Alaska written by Alison K. Hoagland and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 1993 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Buildings of Alaska traces Alaska's architecture from the earliest dwellings made of sod, whalebone, and driftwood to the glass and metal skyscrapers of modern-day Anchorage. Focusing on the various cultural traditions that have helped shape the state's architecture, the volume also explores how Alaska's buildings reflect Alaskans' attempts to adapt to the unique conditions of their environment. Alison K. Hoagland examines the contributions to the state's architectural history of three major cultural groups: native Alaskans, Russian settlers, and Americans from the lower 48. Divided into six regions - South Central, Southeastern, Interior, Northern, Western, and Southwestern - entries cover such structures as aboriginal houses, Russian Orthodox churches, log roadhouses, false-front commercial buildings constructed during the gold rush, concrete Moderne public buildings of the 1930s, and high-rise office buildings erected during the oil boom of the 1970s and 1980s. Buildings of Alaska contains over 250 magnificent photographs, drawings, and maps, and will serve as an authoritative reference for scholars and students of architectural history, a compelling source of information for the general reader, and a splendid guidebook for the traveler.
Download or read book The Great Book of Alaska written by Bill O'Neill and published by Lak Publishing. This book was released on 2020-02-29 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Great Book of Alaska is an entertaining, instructive and interesting Trivia & Facts book about the Last Frontier state. You'll learn more about Alaska's history, pop culture, folklore, sports, and so much more!
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Download or read book Alaska U S A written by Herbert Hilscher and published by . This book was released on with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Alaska written by Stephen W. Haycox and published by University of Washington Press. This book was released on 2006 with total page 430 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new paper edition of the state's history, which focuses on Russian America and American Alaska.
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Download or read book Alaska written by Ann Heinrichs and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2003-07 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduces the geography, history, government, people, culture, and attractions of Alaska.
Download or read book Alaska written by America the Beautiful Press and published by . This book was released on 2019-06 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ALASKA. State nickname: The Last Frontier. Mottos: North to the Future. State song: Alaska's Flag. AK became a state in 1959. Its capital is Juneau. Its largest city is Anchorage. Alaska's official languages include 20 indigenous languages: Inupiaq, Siberian Yupik, Central Alaskan Yup'ik, Alutiiq, Unangax, Dena'ina, Deg Xinag, Holikachuk, Koyukon, Upper Kuskokwim, Gwich'in, Tanana, Upper Tanana, Tanacross, Hän, Ahtna, Eyak, Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian. Alaska is the largest state in the United States, over twice the size of Texas, the next largest state. This book measures 6x9 inches (15.24 cm x 22.86 cm). Paperback matte cover. 100 pages of white lined journal paper. Click on Author, AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL PRESS, to view all 50 of The United States of America, and buy books for family & friends!
Download or read book Maps and Descriptions of Routes of Exploration in Alaska in 1898 written by Geological Survey (U.S.) and published by . This book was released on 1899 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Of plans and results, by the Director -- Special reports on expeditions -- General information ... by geographical provinces -- Tabulated information.
Download or read book United States Coast Pilot written by U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey and published by . This book was released on 1947 with total page 694 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Alaska written by America the Beautiful Press and published by . This book was released on 2019-06-16 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ALASKA. State nickname: The Last Frontier. Mottos: North to the Future. State song: Alaska's Flag. AK became a state in 1959. Its capital is Juneau. Its largest city is Anchorage. Alaska's official languages include 20 indigenous languages: Inupiaq, Siberian Yupik, Central Alaskan Yup'ik, Alutiiq, Unangax, Dena'ina, Deg Xinag, Holikachuk, Koyukon, Upper Kuskokwim, Gwich'in, Tanana, Upper Tanana, Tanacross, Hän, Ahtna, Eyak, Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian. Alaska is the largest state in the United States, over twice the size of Texas, the next largest state. This book measures 6x9 inches (15.24 cm x 22.86 cm). Paperback matte cover. 100 pages of white lined journal paper. Click on Author, AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL PRESS, to view all 50 of The United States of America, and buy books for family & friends!
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