Actually I've not yet read this book, though I hope to do so soon. In the meantime I want to point out that the previous review is not of this book. It is a review of Mad Dog and Englishman, another book by the same author. And contrary to the links on your website, The Gray Pilgrim is *NOT* the paperback version of Mad Dog and Englishman. The Grey Pilgrim is summarized as follows: (From Library Journal) Set in Arizona in 1940, this first novel follows U.S. Marshall J.D. Fitzpatrick as he tries to defuse an Indian uprising. A small band of Papago Indians refuses to register for the draft, which creates a crisis in pre-war America. Complicating matters is the presence of a Japanese infiltrator sent to keep things stirred up. Based in part on a true story, the clever plot and well-developed characters add up to a satisfying adventure. On another level, some interesting questions are raised on the nature of courage and honor by the actions of J.D. and JuJul, the Indian leader. Hayes provides lots of action but does not fall into the trap of giving easy answers. A story well worth reading.-- Barbara E. Kemp, Columbia Univ. Libs.

I have reviewed and spot checked Charles Wells' Colorado and Moab guides and found them accurate, concise and a great value for the dollar. While this book has all the earmarks of his earlier books, an easy-to-navigate layout choc-full of useful trail info, I regret that I have not run any Arizona trails to spot check his work with area maps and trusty GPS. His Arizona book is the only one in the my stack that's not looking creased and trail worn from use! Still, I have faith that Wells did his usual thorough work. If nothing else, I can attest to the effort he puts into each page.

This is a very carefully researched book and it is reflected in the balanced and thorough text. The photos, however, are the reason I give it "5 Stars". They are not just "nicely shot" - they actually give you the feel of the place (I've been to a few of the Missions written about). It is an exicitng book - inspirational. I've read it a couple of times and each time, I want to pack up my bag and head for the Arizona-Sonora border. It is like entering another world! And the photgraphers and author have accurately captured its essence...

A must for everyone who enjoys bird watching and takes pleasure in studying and observing nature. Nicely organized and easy to use. The book teaches you how to look and catergorize bird nests, creating formulas which can then be applied anywhere you travel. The basic principles set a very good standard for all future guides. In addition, there are numerous and facinating entries about various species. For instance, the cow bird, never building his own nest and laying an egg a day in other species nests who then do all the work of incubating and feeding. While some birds make layered nests with a warbler observed being 6 layers deep. The comparative facts, for instance the Anna vs.Costa hummingbirds, were very interesting and helpful for field study. Excellent for both the novice and the more expert. The information, photographs and excellent drawings only make you want more.

Compiled by Ellen Robson Haunted Arizona: Ghosts Of The Grand Canyon State is a fascinating, exciting travel guide to haunted locations throughout the state of Arizona. Featuring black-and-white photographs, spine-chilling supernatural anecdotes, addresses and contact information of scary sites open to the public, and more, Haunted Arizona is enthusiastically recommended for Arizona tourists looking for something different, something metaphysical, something paranormal, something out of the ordinary, something truly memorable.

The interest in the seemingly never-ending myths and legends about river trips through the Grand Canyon continues to grow. One of the enduring controversies that continues to surface among Colorado River historians is the question of who really was the first to travel the river through the Grand Canyon. Historically, the credit is given to John Wesley Powell for his amazing feat in 1869. However, there is, and always has been, a dispute about whether or not a Colorado prospector named James White may have actually made the first descent two years earlier than Powell, in 1867. If this is true the legend and accolades surrounding the Powell trip, while significant, will have to be revised to take into account White's accomplishment.
Eilean Adams is the granddaughter of James White and has written the first complete account of the controversy surrounding her grandfathers claim to have traversed the river through the Canyon in eleven days, two years prior to Powell's trip. It is an amazing story that was originally widely believed and publicized. White had been prospecting with another man near the San Juan River in Colorado when they encountered hostile Indians. His partner was killed and White claims to have fashioned a raft and began an eleven-day journey down the Colorado to eventually wash up on the shore at Callville, Nevada.
In a highly readable, absorbing manner Adams has written a compelling account of White's life and journey that is meticulously researched and provides a plausible and compelling case that White did in fact accomplish the unbelievable. The story will appeal to the reader favoring a good mystery as well as those hooked on historical events and legends. The book is well documented with chapter notes; references, sources, and other related documents that provide the reader with the first comprehensive account of a story that will not die. Was James White really the first person to traverse the Grand Canyon via the Colorado River? If so, why do historians insist on giving the credit to John Wesley Powell? The answers to these and other questions make this book a first rate addition to the literature of the West.

Enjoy Hidden Highways Arizona, an almost pocket-sized paperback which covers all the ghost towns, canyons, and back roads of the state of Arizona, with a map-oriented approach packing in almost fifty maps and written descriptions providing both insights of the natural and man-made attractions and histories of each area. Add black and white photos and you have a practical take-along tote.

George Steck is a preeminent hiker and route finder for traveling in the little-known regions of the Grand Canyon. His decriptions of the routes are given in a very readable and entertaining manner. George is a wonderful raconteur and his writings reflect that fact. The book is excellent reading for both the new and experienced Grand Canyon hiker as well as the armchair adventurer.

This is my favorite reference on Hopi baskets and basketmakers. Helga Teiwes is well aquainted with the subject and her clear, concise writing style and beautiful photographs are a pleasure to see!

Let's face it, dictionary-making is one of the most difficult linguistic tasks when working with any language. The decisions are complex and often require detailed analysis far beyond the skills of a single linguist. This dictionary is a true team effort and has been decades in the making. Much of the team membership are native speakers of Hopi as well.

This dictionary is a truly outstanding effort and deserves a place in every library of languages and linguistics, whether the library is focused on the languages of Native America or not. There are only a couple dozen dictionaries in the world that clearly exceed the exhaustiveness and production quality of this volume. This dictionary of Hopi is the very best dictonary to have been produced for ANY language of Native America. It is superior to dictionaries of the majority of minority languages of Europe as well.

As far as size and production quality, it exceeds most "college-level" dictionaries of English, although not quite as large as the "unabridged" dictionaries of English.

With the imminent extinction of many of the languages of the Americas, this dictionary is unlikely to be superseded as the dictionary we all wish we could make.