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| Author | : Tricia O'Brien |
| Publisher | : Arcadia Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 132 |
| Release | : 2008 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 9780738559803 |
The prestige of Pacific Heights and Presidio Heights has long fascinated and awed San Francisco residents and visitors. The westward expansion of the city, followed by the addition of cable car lines, quickly transformed these once-barren outlands into gardens, schools, consulates, and homes, both extravagant and simple. Attracted to the stunning views and unique architecture, prominent and humble families alike have formed the fascinating role of Pacific Heights and Presidio Heights in San Francisco lore.
| Author | : Robert W. Bowen |
| Publisher | : Arcadia Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 132 |
| Release | : 2005 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 9780738529868 |
What was once home to the native tribe known as the Ohlone, and functioning as guardian of the San Francisco Bay under Spanish, Mexican, and American flags, the Presidio has served as outpost as well as cultural barometer of the vast changes this country and the state of California have seen. For almost a century and a half, the U.S. military transformed these grounds into a logistical centerpiece for every American conflict and created a pioneering airfield for early flight experiments. The Presidio served as the headquarters for the Western Defense Command during World War II and until its closure in 1994. The Golden Gate National Recreation Area then embraced a unique opportunity to develop the Presidio into a mixed-use area where it once again became an influential icon as development tackled various social, cultural, and environmental issues to point northern California into a new century while simultaneously tracing this country's past.
| Author | : Lisa Benton-Short |
| Publisher | : UPNE |
| Total Pages | : 308 |
| Release | : 1998 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 9781555533359 |
The story of the Presidio's conversion from military post to national park.
| Author | : Michael Sullivan |
| Publisher | : Pomegranate |
| Total Pages | : 172 |
| Release | : 2004 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 9780764927584 |
Mike Sullivan loves his adopted city of San Francisco, and he loves trees. In The Trees of San Francisco he has combined his passions, offering a striking and handy compendium of botanical information, historical tidbits, cultivation hints, and more. Sullivan's introduction details the history of trees in the city, a fairly recent phenomenon. The text then piques the reader's interest with discussions of 71 city trees. Each tree is illustrated with a photograph--with its common and scientific names prominently displayed--and its specific location within San Francisco, along with other sites; frequently a close-up shot of the tree is included. Sprinkled throughout are 13 sidelights relating to trees; among the topics are the city's wild parrots and the trees they love; an overview of the objectives of the Friends of the Urban Forest; and discussions about the link between Australia's trees and those in the city, such as the eucalyptus. The second part of the book gets the reader up and about, walking the city to see its trees. Full-page color maps accompany the seven detailed tours, outlining the routes; interesting factoids are interspersed throughout the directions. A two-page color map of San Francisco then highlights 25 selected neighborhoods ideal for viewing trees, leading into a checklist of the neighborhoods and their trees.
| Author | : Claudio Saunt |
| Publisher | : W. W. Norton & Company |
| Total Pages | : 246 |
| Release | : 2014-06-16 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 039324430X |
This panoramic account of 1776 chronicles the other revolutions unfolding that year across North America, far beyond the British colonies. In this unique history of 1776, Claudio Saunt looks beyond the familiar story of the thirteen colonies to explore the many other revolutions roiling the turbulent American continent. In that fateful year, the Spanish landed in San Francisco, the Russians pushed into Alaska to hunt valuable sea otters, and the Sioux discovered the Black Hills. Hailed by critics for challenging our conventional view of the birth of America, West of the Revolution “[coaxes] our vision away from the Atlantic seaboard” and “exposes a continent seething with peoples and purposes beyond Minutemen and Redcoats” (Wall Street Journal).
| Author | : DK Eyewitness |
| Publisher | : Penguin |
| Total Pages | : 426 |
| Release | : 2022-03-01 |
| Genre | : Travel |
| ISBN | : 0744061598 |
This area offers everything from historic sights to stunning natural scenery. Whether you want to take a ferry out to the infamous Alcatraz Island, weekend in the Wine Country or hike through the Muir woods, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that San Francisco and the Bay Area have to offer. A city famed for its seven steep hills, San Francisco’s peaks offer unparalleled views over its diverse neighbourhoods, from the historic houses of Alamo to the lantern-adorned alleys of Chinatown. In the surrounding Bay Area, visitors will find lush vineyards, picturesque towns and breathtaking natural wonders. Our newly updated guide brings San Francisco and the Bay Area to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights and advice, detailed information on all the must-see sights, inspiring photography and our trademark illustrations. You'll discover: • our pick of San Francisco and the Bay Area’s must-sees, top experiences and hidden gems • the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay • detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy • easy-to-follow itineraries • expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe • color-coded chapters to every part of San Francisco and the Bay Area • our new lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go Want the best of San Francisco in your pocket? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 San Francisco. Seeing more of the state? Try our DK Eyewitness California.
| Author | : Gary Kamiya |
| Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing USA |
| Total Pages | : 401 |
| Release | : 2014-10-14 |
| Genre | : Travel |
| ISBN | : 1620401266 |
A kaleidoscopic tribute to San Francisco by a life-long Bay Area resident and co-founder of Salon explores specific city sites including the Golden Gate Bridge and the Land's End sea cliffs while tying his visits to key historical events. By the author of Shadow Knights. 30,000 first printing.
| Author | : Ruth Carlson |
| Publisher | : Secret |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2019-05-15 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 9781681062051 |
Did you know that there is a redwood forest in the middle of San Francisco? Have you ever heard a brass marching band leading funerals through Chinatown, or taken an underground sewer tour of the city? Where can you wander through a labyrinth where the land meets the sea? It's all revealed in Secret San Francisco: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure. Not your traditional guidebook, it will lead you to unlock the secrets and little-known stories behind the city's most enduring icons. You'll find directions to the real crookedest street, windmills, and an airport for flying boats. Along the way you'll encounter some bizarre and often hilarious history. For example, did you know that both Burning Man and Santa Con started here? Or that San Francisco was the site of the last American duel? Learn the story of how the city nearly broke Tony Bennett's heart, and almost allowed public nudity. International travel writer Ruth Wertzberger Carlson left no detail overlooked as she researched and wrote about her hometown. Her book will take you places locals would rather keep for themselves"š€š"that is, if they even know about them!
| Author | : Kristine Poggioli |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2016 |
| Genre | : Health & Fitness |
| ISBN | : 9781610352796 |
San Francisco's famous citywide scenic driving route has been reinvented for a new generation as a green, healthy walking adventure. This turn-by-turn guide takes visitors and natives alike on 17 different up-close walking tours, passing by and through the city's major sights, fascinating neighborhoods, and breathtaking vistas.
| Author | : John Phillip Langellier |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 198 |
| Release | : 1992 |
| Genre | : Fortification |
| ISBN | : |
