Download or read book Peaceful Places San Francisco written by Raynell Boeck and published by Menasha Ridge Press. This book was released on 2010-11-01 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The third book in a new series of city guides, Peaceful Places: San Francisco features over 100 unexpected sanctuaries, gardens, vistas, beaches, neighborhood strolls, and quiet cafés that can be found throughout The City by the Bay. It gently guides travelers who are searching for an escape from the bustle of city life. Within the book are helpful tips and an insider's perspective on the best time to find peace and quiet at a wide array of locales, from resplendent gardens to scenic perches. Residents and visitors alike can use this guide to navigate their way through the diverse neighborhoods of San Francisco and its surrounding areas. Those searching for some tranquility amidst the vibrant — and sometimes overwhelming — streetscape of one of America's most sensory-infused cities will be pleased with the discoveries they make inside Peaceful Places: San Francisco.
Download or read book Peaceful Places San Francisco written by Raynell Boeck and published by Menasha Ridge Press. This book was released on 2010-10-01 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The third book in a new series of city guides, Peaceful Places: San Francisco features over 100 unexpected sanctuaries, gardens, vistas, beaches, neighborhood strolls, and quiet cafés that can be found throughout The City by the Bay. It gently guides travelers who are searching for an escape from the bustle of city life. Within the book are helpful tips and an insider's perspective on the best time to find peace and quiet at a wide array of locales, from resplendent gardens to scenic perches. Residents and visitors alike can use this guide to navigate their way through the diverse neighborhoods of San Francisco and its surrounding areas. Those searching for some tranquility amidst the vibrant -- and sometimes overwhelming -- streetscape of one of America's most sensory-infused cities will be pleased with the discoveries they make inside Peaceful Places: San Francisco.
Download or read book Good Night San Francisco written by Adam Gamble and published by Good Night Books. This book was released on 2006-10-28 with total page 23 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Easy-to-read text introduces the sights of San Francisco, through a full day of sightseeing.
Download or read book San Francisco Peace and Hope written by Elizabeth Hack and published by . This book was released on 2015-02-10 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Silent Cities San Francisco written by Jessica Ferri and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-10-15 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1914, desperate for land after the Gold Rush brought a population explosion to San Francisco, the city exiled its cemeteries, barring burials within city limits and relocating its existing graveyards to the tiny town of Colma, just south of Daly City, spawning America's only necropolis, where the dead outnumber the living 1000 to 1. But there's more to the story of the Bay Area's cemeteries than this expulsion. Silent Cities San Francisco reveals the complex cultural makeup of the Bay Area, where diversity and history collide, pitting the dead against the living in a race for space and memorialization.
Download or read book To Walk with a Quiet Mind written by Nancy Olmsted and published by Random House (NY). This book was released on 1975 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A People s Guide to the San Francisco Bay Area written by Rachel Brahinsky and published by University of California Press. This book was released on 2020-10-06 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An alternative history and geography of the Bay Area that highlights sites of oppression, resistance, and transformation. A People’s Guide to the San Francisco Bay Area looks beyond the mythologized image of San Francisco to the places where collective struggle has built the region. Countering romanticized commercial narratives about the Bay Area, geographers Rachel Brahinsky and Alexander Tarr highlight the cultural and economic landscape of indigenous resistance to colonial rule, radical interracial and cross-class organizing against housing discrimination and police violence, young people demanding economically and ecologically sustainable futures, and the often-unrecognized labor of farmworkers and everyday people. The book asks who had—and who has—the power to shape the geography of one of the most watched regions in the world. As Silicon Valley's wealth dramatically transforms the look and feel of every corner of the region, like bankers' wealth did in the past, what do we need to remember about the people and places that have made the Bay Area, with its rich political legacies? With over 100 sites that you can visit and learn from, this book demonstrates critical ways of reading the landscape itself for clues to these histories. A useful companion for travelers, educators, or longtime residents, this guide links multicultural streets and lush hills to suburban cul-de-sacs and wetlands, stretching from the North Bay to the South Bay, from the East Bay to San Francisco. Original maps help guide readers, and thematic tours offer starting points for creating your own routes through the region.
Download or read book Meanwhile in San Francisco written by Wendy MacNaughton and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2014-03-18 with total page 183 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take a stroll through the City by the Bay with renowned artist Wendy MacNaughton in this collection of illustrated documentaries. With her beloved city as a backdrop, a sketchbook in hand, and a natural sense of curiosity, MacNaughton spent months getting to know people in their own neighborhoods, drawing them and recording their words. Her street-smart graphic journalism is as diverse and beautiful as San Francisco itself, ranging from the vendors at the farmers' market to people combing the shelves at the public library, from MUNI drivers to the bison of Golden Gate Park, and much more. Meanwhile in San Francisco offers both lifelong residents and those just blowing through with the fog an opportunity to see the city with new eyes.
Download or read book Stairway Walks in San Francisco Large Print 16pt written by Adah Bakalinsky and published by ReadHowYouWant.com. This book was released on 2011-04 with total page 454 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hundreds of public stairways traverse San Francisco's 42 hills, exposing incredible vistas while connecting colorful, unique neighborhoods, and veteran guide Adah Bakalinsky loves them all. Her updated Stairway Walks in San Francisco explores well-known and clandestine corridors from Lands End to Bernal Heights while sharing captivating architectural, historical, pop culture, and horticultural notes along the way. This revised and expanded edition has been thoroughly updated and includes two additional walks, new maps, and new color photographs. The two new walks presented are: The Blue Greenway Walking, a new history, which follows the Embarcadero and weaves along the present day contour of the Bay into the future parklands and new neighborhood of San Francisco; and Jazz Takes A Walk in the Sunnyside neighborhood where the undulating geology of San Francisco invites one to hear the dance in the walk. A comprehensive appendix lists every one of the City's 600-plus public stairways. Long-term residents and tourists alike have used the book for over 25 years to adventurously uncover San Francisco's unexpected details.
Download or read book San Francisco Peace and Hope written by Elizabeth Hack and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 159 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Welcome to San Francisco Peace and Hope! Our new book, San Francisco Peace and Hope : Light the Sky is now released as we continue our mission of peace and hope through the literary arts. I invite you to immerse yourself in the poetry and artwork in all the chapters, the interview with Jeannie Motherwell, and the Epilogue, "For all we know," by former California poet laureate, Al Young.
Download or read book San Francisco Bizarro written by Jack Boulware and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2000-05-05 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this unorthodox guide to the City by the Bay, an intrepid columnist gives his twisted take on the city--from the bank that was robbed by Patty Hearst to the Chinatown restaurant with the rudest waiters in the city. 2-color throughout.
Download or read book San Francisco in 100 Beautiful Photos written by Nicole Bemboom and published by Hyperink Inc. This book was released on 2012-02-16 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ABOUT THE BOOK From the softly glowing morning fog rolling past the Golden Gate Bridge to the crisp twinkle of lights of the skyscrapers at night, one of the greatest joys of living in or visiting San Francisco is taking in the gorgeous shifts of light. We love to watch as the sky changes colors over the cityscape, plays against buildings, and sends shadows across the parks all throughout the city. These photos celebrate this light from the Pacific to the Bay, as it shines on our world-famous monuments and illuminates the diverse neighborhoods of one of the most beautiful cities in the world. MEET THE AUTHOR Nicole Bemboom is a San Francisco based writer. In addition to writing for the exciting new publisher Hyperink, she covers the best of modern craft and design for the online magazine Handful of Salt. She received her BA in Modern Literature from the University of California, Santa Cruz. EXCERPT FROM THE BOOK San Francisco has an incredible history, from the Gold Rush to the development of buildings along the grid to the World’s Fair. Sometimes the bright light during the day reminds us of sepia, faded polaroids, and of all the things that have passed. Buy a copy to keep reading!
Download or read book San Francisco written by Kristine M. Carber and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Your personal guide to the very best that San Francisco has to offer. Written by local people who know San Francisco inside out, Real City shows you the latest places to stay, eat, relax, explore and party. Real City is the local's guide to: places to see, both on and off the beaten track the best markets and tourist-free shops vibrant streetlife by day, entertainment hotspots by night peaceful havens Includes free access to a continually updated website so you can always get the latest on what's how and happening in San Francisco.
Download or read book Circling San Francisco Bay written by Ginny Anderson and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2006 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Ginny Anderson is a sure-footed guide, not only to natural treasures in the Bay Area, but to the richness of our inner experience. Circling San Francisco Bay brings the outer and inner worlds together. It is a gift to the community of life and a valuable tool for deeper connection-a book that not only informs but also enchants." -Lauren deBoer, executive editor, EarthLight magazine "Shamanic naturalist Ginny Anderson takes us to seven sacred sites around San Francisco Bay to gain a better understanding of their connections, and ours, in the complex web of life. This is a celebration of our glorious bioregion, and our responsibility to it-and not a moment too soon." -M. Macha NightMare, priestess, ritualist, and author "Anderson shows us how to find these pillars of our paradise, as we come into a deeper and more spiritual bond with Mother Earth. A numinous, sentient work, and a signpost on the path to true joy in life." -Sandy Miranda, KPFA FM host/producer. "In Circling San Francisco Bay, a graceful meditation on reciprocity with the natural world, Ginny Anderson shows us that we need look no farther than our own Bay Area greenbelt for the balm that soothes the nerves and feeds the soul." -Lorraine Anderson, editor, Sisters of the Earth: Women's Prose and Poetry About Nature "Ginny Anderson's tour of Bay Area sacred mountains elicits the fragrance of native herbs, the sparkle of crystal rock outcroppings, and the wisdom of the natives who dwelled in this land we now call home. Circling offers its readers exercises to enhance their sensory awareness of specific sites - and pathways to greater methaphorical insights. At every stop, we read the voices of other Circling participants, telling how the wide vistas and meditations on nature's patterns have opened their souls to new understanding." -Debbie Mytels, Associate Director of Acterra: Action for a Sustainable Earth, and a participant in Circling the Bay 1991
Download or read book Maestrapeace written by Juana Alicia and published by Heyday Books. This book was released on 2019 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A beautiful coffee table book celebrating the Maestrapeace Mural that adorns San Francisco Mission District's Women's Building, in time for the 25th anniversary of the mural in 2019"--
Download or read book Top 50 Best Things to do in San Francisco California written by Nicholas Khatch and published by NK. This book was released on 2023-07-31 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: San Francisco, the dynamic city nestled on the picturesque shores of the Pacific Ocean, beckons visitors with its vibrant energy and diverse array of attractions. This comprehensive list of 50 things to do in San Francisco promises an unforgettable adventure, offering a tantalizing glimpse into the city's rich history, cultural tapestry, and natural wonders. From iconic landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island to the vibrant neighborhoods of Chinatown and the Mission District, there is no shortage of captivating experiences awaiting you. Begin your journey by immersing yourself in the city's iconic landmarks. Stroll across the majestic Golden Gate Bridge, an architectural marvel that spans the bay, and marvel at the breathtaking panoramic views of the cityscape and the Pacific Ocean. Step back in time with a visit to Alcatraz Island, the infamous former prison that once housed some of America's most notorious criminals. The echoes of its haunting past can be felt as you explore its cells and learn about its fascinating history. San Francisco's cultural tapestry is vibrant and diverse, reflected in its neighborhoods and institutions. Venture into the bustling streets of Chinatown, the oldest Chinatown in North America, and be transported to a world of colorful storefronts, aromatic cuisine, and rich traditions. In the Mission District, discover a melting pot of cultures, where vibrant street art, trendy boutiques, and world-class taquerias coexist. Explore the city's museum scene, from the de Young Museum's stunning collection of American art to the innovative exhibits at SFMOMA and the immersive experiences at the Contemporary Jewish Museum. Nature enthusiasts will find solace in San Francisco's stunning natural beauty. Lose yourself in the sprawling oasis of Golden Gate Park, a verdant wonderland with serene gardens, hidden lakes, and world-class museums. Embark on a scenic hike along the rugged coastline of Lands End Park, where sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and the iconic Golden Gate Bridge await. For a tranquil escape, meander through the Japanese Tea Garden, a serene retreat nestled within Golden Gate Park, offering a harmonious blend of traditional Japanese architecture, lush flora, and peaceful tea ceremonies. San Francisco is a city that captivates and inspires, where the old and the new seamlessly merge to create a tapestry of unforgettable experiences. Whether you're exploring its iconic landmarks, delving into its diverse neighborhoods, or immersing yourself in its natural wonders, San Francisco promises a journey filled with discovery, awe, and the undeniable allure of a city that leaves an indelible mark on the hearts of its visitors.
Download or read book Where to Get Married San Francisco Bay Area written by Reena Jana and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 1998-12 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fully illustrated guide lets couples explore dozens of beautiful places to get married without spending hours on the phone or driving from place to place. The San Francisco Bay Area offers spectacular locations for weddings and receptions, from wineries and gardens to mansions and hotels. This book covers the best of them, both large and small, extravagant and intimate, featuring full-color photographs and detailed descriptions of each of 100 gorgeous spots from Sonoma County to San Jose. Complete with information on prices, guest capacity, catering, and amenities, Where to Get Married: San Francisco Bay Area is a must-have guide for everyone planning a Bay Area wedding. Now it's possible to visit scores of spectacular venues at a glance!
