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This is your full colour guide to the Athabasca Glacier and the Columbia Icefield in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. This book combines human history - amazing stories of bravery and courage - together with a geological overview and a breath-taking visual tour of one of the world's most incredible places. As a geographic area, the Columbia Icefield looks back to a time when the world, including the early history of mankind, was dominated by ice. This book tells how glaciers are born, how they move and how they irrevocably shape the landscape they inhabit. Complete with lists, a glossary, a look at the plant and animal life of the area and important and useful tips on photography, hiking and safety. this book is both an essential guide to the area as well as a beautiful souvenir.Sandford, Robert W. is the author of 'Columbia Icefields An Altitude Superguide', published 1998 under ISBN 9781551536194 and ISBN 1551536196.
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