The Columbia River: A Historical Travel Guide - Softcover

Burkhart, Jo Ann Roe

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1555911021 ISBN 13: 9781555911027

Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing, 1992

Synopsis

A history of the Columbia river includes a travel guide to the region that lists sites, activities, restaurants, and lodging

About this title

About the Author:

Jo Ann Roe has written 14 books and hundreds of articles. Her works have been awarded the Pacific Northwest Booksellers Award, Washington State Governor's Award, National Federation of Press Women's top award, Society of American Travel Writers feature awards, Photographic Historical Society of New York award, and others.

From Library Journal:

Roe ( Frank Matsura: Frontier Photogra pher , 1981, Madrona Pubs.) uses the course of the Columbia River to relate the history and culture of the Pacific Northwest. The Columbia has been a vital component to that region for transportation, tourism, mining, railroads, logging, and fishing. Roe details the human geography of the river and its shores, and traces the history of the inhabitants, explorers, and river navigators. She also touches upon the flora, fauna, and weather. Her book provides a wealth of information and would make a great trip companion. However, it is not a travel guide in the practical sense. It provides fascinating reading for those interested in the Pacific Northwest and the large role the Columbia River has played in the region's history.
- Melinda Stivers Leach, Precision Editorial Svces., Wondervu, Col.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About this edition

• Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing
• Publication date: 1992
• ISBN 10: 1555911021
• ISBN 13: 9781555911027
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 256