A friend from Massachusetts was coming to visit us in Virginia and borrowed this book from her local library. It is wonderful. It is clearly written and full of accurate information. We used it a lot both to decide where to go and for reference as questions came up as we travelled. As soon as she left I went immediately to Amazon.com to get a copy of my own. The photographs are beautiful but the information is the best ever. There is a lot to cover in Virginia and this book does it well.

This is the ninth book in the Wagon's West series.

The civil war is finally over. Toby Hold is returning home a wounded hero (Whip's Son). This is the story of the second generation of Holts and Blake's, and their claim of parts of Washington for the US.

This is the story of their struggles against the British & Russian forces trying to keep them for making the trip.

This book is one of the 1st printing from back in the early 80's. If you are interested in the settlement of the American West this is one series that you need to revisit.

Crotchety. Ascerbic. Knowledgeable. Daring. Joyful. Just a few of the words that describe this wonderfully well-researched guide to the shorelines around the Whualg (want to know what the Whualg is? Get the book and look it up!). Harvey Manning has been around the Puget Sound a long time, and opens up an arcane world that not even natives and locals may know about. Parks, bird sanctuaries, bright beaches and mysterious aging forests. A feeling of secret enjoyment at every step. Meadow walks, seabirds and sea-mammals. If you're going to live in the Pacific Northwest, and you're really going to hit the beaches, you have to have this book.

As a genetics student, I found it incredibly interesting to look at historical figures and figure out why or why not they may have had a particular genetic disease. I think this book would be interesting for anyone who may want to learn more about genetic diseases because it makes it much more interesting knowing who these people are that the diseases may relate to. Robert Marion ties together historical, genetic, and social perspectives. He brings up speculative points such as how the person and the world might have been different if the historical figure had not had the disease, how the disease made them become that historical figure. It's a book that keeps you hooked like a mystery novel and is not too technical for anyone to read.

I have read and marvelled at Marshall's Book many times - unlike many "coffee table books" that become as uninteresting as yesterdays coffee grounds I open the book frequently and almost always catch a breath of fresh air. I have used it several times as an inspiration for vacation trips to the Pacific Northwest and when words have failed me in describing the natural and varied beauty of the state I have lent ( and even given ) copies to friends. The pictures are not "flat" and truly give one a sense of the grandeur of the state. Great job John Marshall.

The Washington Almanac of International Trade & Business has every contact you could possibly need. It includes titles and phone numbers for Embassies and their entire staff, US Government Departments, Trade associations, definitions to key international business terms, International Interest Groups, Foreign Agents and much more. I use it at work and also found it a valuable resouce for my reseach paper. It is well organized and will save you a lot of time.

I've been studying Washington, DC a lot, but I've learned a lot about the development of the city from this book. For instance, I didn't realize what an important center of factory work the Navy Yard had been, in a city which always had relatively few factory jobs.

Each of the neighborhoods are very different, and their colorful histories are well described. The photographs are good, and there are enough maps to keep you oriented.

The discussions of race relations and demographics are refreshingly honest.

There are good references in the back that will help you dig deeper into a particular neighborhood.

It's also interesting to see that some of the realtors and developers who were very central to the covenants (and other shennanigans) that kept blacks and Jews out of many neighborhoods were sponsors of the publication of the book.

Alex Cockburn and Ken Silverstein hold a clinic on how to interpret Washington DC, boldly naming names, citing specific incidents, invoking histories those less familiar with the subject leave out. Terrific job on how the New Boss is Same as the Old Boss -- and will be until we stop getting fooled again.

There is nothing quite like living in Washington. There are majestic mountains, the rain forests and shimmering coast lines. There are farmlands that provide bountiful crops. Washington produces delicious juicy apples, cherries, peaches, pears and plums. You can ski in the mountains or find a warm beach, walk in a field of lavender or visit a beautiful waterfall. You can live in the rainy part or you can live where the sun always seems to shine. You can live happily in either place because the food is so good.

The peaches are the best I have ever tasted. The cherries are divine. Fresh corn, onions and strawberries make living in Washington a true pleasure. Yes, you sometimes have to travel to farmer's markets to find the really fresh produce, but it is so worth it. We make a trek to find peaches a few times a year and look for fresh corn every single year for as long as we can find it.

Along with the recipes you will also find some fun facts. There are a few sketches here and there, but the recipes are the feature. You will find recipes for Appetizers, Breakfasts, Soups & Chowders, Salads, Main Dishes, Northwest Seafood, Side Dishes, Breads, Desserts and Beverages.

Swedish Pancakes are a favorite recipe, Spiced Waffles and Granola from a Bed & Breakfast in La Conner also looks delicious. Baked Herb-Garden Salmon is a recipe from Graham Kerr used by permission. My mother loves coconut prawns and she will be delighted that I finally found a recipe.

Now, I am not sure if I am seeing things, but there is a recipe for Northwest Fair Scones, could it really be the same recipe? You can get them at fairs and festivals in the Pacific Northwest and they are often served at the Puyallup fair. You can buy a scone mix, but here is a recipe to try.

Other fun recipes include: It's a Chocolate Pizza, Grand Marnier Soufflé from Canlis Restaurant in Seattle, Strawberry Pie, Rhubarb Cake and The Ultimate Caramel Apple.

Look for fun hints and facts here and there. It is not surprising to read that Washington is the world leader in the production of the raspberry. My grandmother grew them easily in her back yard.A list of Environmental tips to promote cleaning with environmentally friendly products covers just about every cleaning need. A nice index gets you to your favorite recipes fast.

Everyone who lives in Washington should own at least one copy just for fun. There are quite a few fun facts I had never heard of, even though I live here.

I recently moved to D.C. Being unfamiliar with the area, it helped me find some great running routes. A must have for anyone living in or around Washington D.C.