National Geographic Books

This lavish narrative, curated by National Geographic, collects 1,000 seminal moments in U.S. history alongside more than 300 stunning illustrations, timelines, and sidebars. Commentary by bestselling historians including David Rubenstein and Walter Isaacson underscores the profound connections between concurrent events in the nation’s journey. Readers will witness the crackling interactions between politics, culture, and innovation, including:- The moment the Industrial Revolution arrives on colonial shores as the framers outline the Constitution- The moment Clara Barton founds the Red Cross as Virgil Earp leads a gunfight at the O.K. Corral. - The moment Cornelius Vanderbilt acquires the New York & Harlem Railroad; soon after, the Battle of Gettysburg begins- The moment the Watts Riots erupt in L.A. as the Beatles prepare to perform at Shea StadiumPart examination, part celebration, this glorious book captures the will of the American people to continue defining themselves after 250 years, reflecting the diversity, pride, and resiliency of these United States.

Explore the most charming side of America in this one-of-a-kind collection of beautiful small towns across all 50 states. From coast to coast, you’ll explore the best places to dine, cosiest bed and breakfast lodgings, and the must-see sights of 100 beloved towns, complemented by stunning National Geographic imagery. Find the best there is to do in these familiar destinations and hidden gems, including:Paducah, Kentucky, home to one of the most beautiful Main Streets in the U.S. Broken Bow, Oklahoma, an outdoor-adventure haven for boating, fishing, hiking, and more. Egg Harbor, Wisconsin, a must-sip spot on the Official Wisconsin Wine Trail, with renowned art galleries and sailing on Green Bay, too. Healdsburg, California, in Sonoma Wine Country, where you can split your time between winery-hopping, kayaking the Russian River, and exploring Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve. Cody, Wyoming, the 'Rodeo Capital of the World' and stopping point for Annie's Soda Saloon & Cafe. Berlin, Maryland, where you'll find 47 buildings on the National Historic Register, unique boutique shops, and fun festivals. Along with everything you need to know about where to go, what to do, and when to visit, you’ll also discover beloved history about each destination and itineraries that guide you from one town to another. All that’s left to do is go!

In this sequel to the best-selling 100 Hikes of a Lifetime, discover the best trails, day hikes, and pilgrimage treks across the United States. Complemented by stunning National Geographic photography, each hike includes information on trail length and elevation, skill level, and worthwhile scenic resting spots. Plus, find expert recommendations for where to stay - from camp sites to nearby lodges - wildlife spotting, alternative routes, and planning. This collection of bucket list-worthy trails takes you from coast to coast, including: California's Lost Coast Trail, one of the few truly coastal hikes on the U.S. mainland and an exceptional wilderness experience - The American Discovery Trail, an epic 6,800-mile, coast-to-coast route from Point Reyes National Seashore in California to Cape Henlopen State Park in Delaware - A Grand Canyon rim-to-rim route, a 24-mile, one-way journey through two billion years of geological history - The Guadalupe Peak Trail in Texas's Guadalupe Mountains National Park, a 3,000-foot ascent with sweeping Lone Star views from the summit - The Superior Hiking Trail, which starts in Duluth, Minnesota, and follows the shoreline of Lake Superior to the Canadian border for a grand total of 37,800 feet of elevation gain, almost 10,000 more feet than climbing Mount Everest - Mount Katahdin Loop in Maine, a trek to the summit of 5,269-foot Baxter Peak, the highest point in Maine and the northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail. For devout long-distance trekkers and day hikers alike, this book is a must-have to create your next bucket list.

From fireflies and hummingbirds to alligators and sharks, this collection of 50 brief essays combines witty prose and vivid illustrations to reveal the secret lives and oddball behaviours of North American creatures both familiar and little known. In Grizzled, science journalist Jason Bittel taps into current research about the behaviour of key North American mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and invertebrates, from insects to urchins. Along the way, he answers questions you didn’t know to ask, such as:How do monarch butterflies emerge from sentient go? hy did beavers have to parachute into their newest habitat? hat’s inside a yellowjacket meatbal? ow many jellyfish can a sea turtle ea? an deer really grow antlers on their leg? rizzled offers a surprising, endearing, and altogether eye-opening tour of the animal kingdom—one you won’t soon forget.

Discover America’s wildly beautiful landscapes, monuments, and historic places with carefully curated expert recommendations, complemented by brand-new National Geographic photography to inspire your next adventure: Tips and tricks to experience the best every park has to offer, from the otherworldly sand dunes of New Mexico’s White Sands National Park to the northern wonderland of the Gates of the Arctic National Park in Alaska, Maps of every park highlighting points of interest, including a pull-out wall map to pin your progress as you make your way through every park,Expert recommendations for the best walking and hiking trails, scenic overlooks, campgrounds, drives, and wildlife spotting,Curated lists of thrilling adventures from kayaking and biking to backpacking and sand-boarding,Park ranger recommendations for off-the-beaten-path sites and hidden gems within every park,Planning information from when to visit; park fees, passes, and reservation requirements; and visitor centre information and accommodations,Beautiful and never-before-seen National Geographic photography that will inspire you to pack your bags and get out and explore, And so much more! Whatever outdoor adventure is calling your name - from rafting the Colorado River to climbing majestic peaks to forested nature walks - you’ll find what you’re looking for in this comprehensive guidebook. All that’s left to do is pick your park and go explore!

The ultimate traveler?s reference, this gorgeous coffee table book features bucket list?worthy travel recommendations for every country in the world.Featuring beautiful National Geographic photography and 250 illustrated maps, this big and bold volume offers expert advice for must-see sights and hundreds of must-do experiences. Pack your bags for the ultimate world odyssey! Curated by the world-savvy travel writers and editors of National Geographic, this breathtaking volume features the ultimate experiences in every country of the world, coupled with iconic photography, more than 50 point-of-interest National Geographic maps, and destination overviews highlighting both tried-and-true sights and lesser-known experiences. Plus, top 10 lists, highlights of cultural treasures, fascinating histories, and recommended itineraries will inspire you to plan your next adventure.Spin the globe and find:  The ultimate flavors of India?s spice hub?and the markets where you can taste them all;  Natural beauty worth hiking for, including the Skradinski Buk waterfall in Croatia and El Yunque National Forest in Puerto Rico;  Safaris big (the Great Migration in Tanzania) and small (lions on Calauit Island in the Philippines);  Tasting tours of the world?s best wine regions from South Africa and France to Germany and Napa Valley;  Historical relics, from the Colosseum in Rome to the Maya treasures in Mexico;  And so much more! Covering all seven continents and every country in the world, The Traveler''s Atlas of the World delivers essential information, fun road trips (Germany''s great castles, a journey down the Nile, a road trip through the United States? national parks), and infinite inspiration through more than 300 spectacular photographs with signature storytelling and invaluable traveler?s secrets.

From an esteemed National Geographic explorer and forest ecologist, a charming collection of thought-provoking essays exploring the meaning of trees in our lives.Telephone poles, baseball bats, railroad ties. Peaches, nutmeg, and vanilla. The more you look, the more you realize: Our world depends on products made from trees. In this sweet book, forest ecologist Nalini Nadkarni takes you on a worldwide journey to learn more about trees?their variety, their usefulness, their beauty, and their importance, not only to human culture, but to the entire natural world. Inspired by Nadkarni?s popular podcast broadcast by Utah?s public radio station KUER, TreeNotes comprises more than 45 brief essays, organized by season. Chapters roam from big questions to the particular; for instance:How Many Kinds of Trees Are There?Trees and LightningTree PollenThe Baobab TreeMistletoeConductors? BatonsLearn what wood Ringo''s favorite drumsticks are made of, and how the seeds of the cacao tree become delectable chocolate. Lovely illustrations make every turn of the page a happy moment in this arboreal adventure. For lovers of nature, forest bathers, the conservation-minded, and anyone who wants to spend a few minutes meditating on the meaning of trees in our world, this is the book.

An entirely updated edition of the classic bestselling regional bird field guide from National Geographic, covering the U.S. and Canada east of the Rockies. Provides ID information, data-driven maps, and annotated illustrations of more than 800 bird species.Backyard beginners and dedicated life-listers alike will love the expanded new edition of this trusted guide to the birds of eastern United States and Canada. With new text, revised art, and data-derived range maps, this valuable resource complements the apps and online resources used by birders today.Groundbreaking new features join tried-and-true traditions. This field guide offers:More pages, more species than the first editionMore than 800 species, including 586 likely to be observed and 240 that occur more rarelyOrganized according to current taxonomyInformative notes explaining evolution, etymology, and moreUser-friendly format with explanatory text on the left and matching annotated art on the rightEasy-to-carry paperback with thumb tabs and a visual indexAll-new maps based on crowd-sourced data from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology''s eBird, the world''s top database of bird observationsAll told, this second edition of the National Geographic Field Guide to the Birds of the United States and Canada?East (2nd edition) is a must-have guide for birders young and old, avid and beginner.