Arizona Curiosities

Arizona Curiosities
Author: Sam Lowe
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 353
Release: 2012-03-06
Genre: History
ISBN: 0762783826

Saguaro cacti, desert landscapes, and the Grand Canyon may stand out as prominent Arizona features, but this scorching state is also home to bizarre places, personalities, events, and phenomena. These unique and quirky aspects are humorously displayed in Arizona Curiosities, a cross between a wacky news gazette, an almanac, and a humorous travel guide.

Arizona Oddities: Land of Anomalies & Tamales

Arizona Oddities: Land of Anomalies & Tamales
Author: Marshall Trimble
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2018
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 146714049X

Arizona has stories as peculiar as its stunning landscapes. The Lost Dutchman's rumored cache of gold sparked a legendary feud. Kidnapping victim Larcena Pennington Page survived two weeks alone in the wilderness, and her first request upon rescue was for a chaw of tobacco. Discover how the town of Why got its name, how the government built a lake that needed mowing and how wild camels ended up in North America. Author Marshall Trimble unearths these and other amusing anomalies, outstanding obscurities and compelling curiosities in the state's history.

The Mountains Next Door

The Mountains Next Door
Author: Janice Emily Bowers
Publisher: University of Arizona Press
Total Pages: 161
Release: 2022-08-30
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0816546991

A charming natural history (inclined to botany) of the Rincon Mountains of SE Arizona. But the location is not carefully specified.

New Mexico Curiosities

New Mexico Curiosities
Author: Sam Lowe
Publisher: Curiosities
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9780762746705

Whether you're a born-and-raised New Mexican, a recent transplant, or just passing through, New Mexico Curiosities will have you laughing out loud as it introduces you to the most fascinating characters in the Spanish State, and takes you places you never could have imagined--some of them right around the corner!

Yaqui Myths and Legends

Yaqui Myths and Legends
Author:
Publisher: University of Arizona Press
Total Pages: 188
Release: 1959
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9780816504671

Sixty-one tales narrated by Yaquis reflect this people's sense of the sacred and material value of their territory.

The Cabinet of Curiosities

The Cabinet of Curiosities
Author: Douglas Preston
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
Total Pages: 505
Release: 2002-07-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0759527717

In one of NPR's 100 Best Thrillers Ever, FBI agent Pendergast discovers thirty-six murdered bodies in a New York City charnel house . . . and now, more than a century later, a killer strikes again. In an ancient tunnel underneath New York City a charnel house is discovered. Inside are thirty-six bodies--all murdered and mutilated more than a century ago. While FBI agent Pendergast investigates the old crimes, identical killings start to terrorize the city. The nightmare has begun. Again.

Moon Phoenix, Scottsdale & Sedona

Moon Phoenix, Scottsdale & Sedona
Author: Lilia Menconi
Publisher: Moon Travel
Total Pages: 456
Release: 2017-05-09
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1631213415

Make Your Escape with Moon Travel Guides! Wander world-class museums, relax in Scottsdale's resorts, and hike through red rocks in the Valley of the Sun with Moon Phoenix, Scottsdale & Sedona. Inside you'll find: Strategic itineraries, including a luxurious desert getaway, a family road trip, and a 10-day "Best of the Valley of the Sun" Helpful photos and detailed maps throughout Must-see attractions and off-beat ideas for making the most of your trip: Explore the local art scene, from Native American exhibits to contemporary galleries. Taste the best Sonoran-style cuisine this side of the Mexican border. Luxuriate in five-star resorts, world-class spas, and gourmet restaurants. Go stargazing in Sedona, or clubbing in Scottsdale. Browse new-agey shops or high-end boutiques, hike water-carved canyons and climb mountains, or go golfing at one of nearly 200 courses. Discover the rich culture of the Native American people who first settled the Valley, and venture to the leafy respite of Oak Creek Canyon to witness the red-rock monoliths Honest advice from Phoenix local Lilia Menconi on when to go and where to stay, with special focus on the best resorts in the area In-depth coverage of all three cities, including the Apache Trail and Superstition Mountains Recommendations for visitors with disabilities and for traveling with kids Thorough background on the culture, environment, wildlife, and history With Moon's local insight, diverse activities, and expert tips on experiencing the best of Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Sedona, you can plan your trip your way! Expanding your trip? Try Moon Arizona. Hitting the road? Try Moon Southwest Road Trip.

Arizona Curiosities

Arizona Curiosities
Author: Sam Lowe
Publisher: Insiders' Guide
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2007
Genre: Arizona
ISBN: 9780762741144

A guide for travelers seeking quirky and offbeat attractions in Arizona.

Curiosities

Curiosities
Author: Charles C. Case
Publisher: Review and Herald Pub Assoc
Total Pages: 388
Release: 2007
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780828019163

Missouri Curiosities

Missouri Curiosities
Author: Josh Young
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 243
Release: 2010-06-15
Genre: History
ISBN: 076276578X

Your round-trip ticket to the wildest, wackiest, most outrageous people, places, and things the Show-Me State has to offer! Whether you’re a born-and-raised Missourian, a recent transplant, or just passing through, Missouri Curiosities will have you laughing out loud as Josh Young takes you on a rollicking tour of the strangest sides of the Show-Me State. Wander with tigers at the world’s only big cat bed-and-breakfast, browse through America’s only corncob pipe museum, and swim in the world’s largest underground lake. Meet some crazy catfish-catching noodlers; a wacky-artwork-welding artist; and a pint-size, punch-packing former wrestling champ. Discover the fun of swinging sausages while you dance, and duel with dinosaurs—you’ll roar with delight!