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Stairway Walks in San Francisco: The Joy of Urban Exploring
Hundreds of public stairways traverse San Francisco's 42 hills, exposing incredible vistas while connecting colorful, unique neighborhoods -- Mary Burk and Adah Bakalinsky love them all. The updated Stairway Walks in San Francisco explores well-known and clandestine corridors from Lands End to Bernal Heights while sharing captivating architectural, historical, pop culture, and horticultural notes along the way. A comprehensive appendix lists every one of the city's 600-plus public stairways. Long-term residents and tourists alike have used the book for more than 25 years to adventurously uncov... [Read More]
- ASIN: 0899977499
- ASIN: 0899977499
- ISBN: 0899977499
- Manufacturer: Wilderness Press
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The Beat Generation in San Francisco: A Literary Tour
A blow-by-blow unearthing of the places where the Beat writers first came to full bloom: the flat where Ginsberg wrote "Howl;" Gary Snyder’s zen cottage in Berkeley; the ghostly railroad yards where Kerouac and Cassady toiled; the pads where Jack & Neal & Carolyn lived; Ferlinghetti’s favorite haunts. This meticulous guide also brings to light never-before-heard stories about Corso, Bob Kaufman, DiPrima, Kyger, Lamantia and other West Coast Beats. A entertaining read as well as a practical walking (and driving) tour that covers the entire Bay Area. With an introduction by Lawrence Ferlingh... [Read More]
- ASIN: 0872864170
- ASIN: 0872864170
- ISBN: 0872864170
- Brand: Brand: City Lights Publishers
- Manufacturer: City Lights Publishers
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Frank Lloyd Wright and San Francisco
An unprecedented look at the architect’s storied relationship with San Francisco and the Bay Area Frank Lloyd Wright (1867–1959) often spent time in San Francisco, which he called “the most charming city in America.” Paul V. Turner looks at the architect’s complex and evolving relationship with the city, surveying the full body of Wright’s work in the Bay Area—roughly thirty projects, a third of which were built. Spanning 1900 to 1959, they include houses, a gift shop, a civic center, a skyscraper, a church, an industrial building, a mortuary, and a bridge across the San Francisc... [Read More]
- ASIN: 0300215029
- ASIN: 0300215029
- ISBN: 0300215029
- Brand: imusti
- Manufacturer: Yale University Press
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San Francisco Victorians
For more than a century the refined but playful elegance of Victorian houses has helped define the style and identity of the city by the bay. San Francisco Victorians showcases the variety and charm of the city's signature houses. This generous but portable survey features the most picturesque of the Victorians and exquisite Queen Annes, including classically restored marvels and the more fancifully decorated "painted ladies." Focusing on breathtaking exteriors and finely turned details from homes in all of the city's neighborhoods, and with a fun, informative text by noted Victorian architect... [Read More]
- ASIN: 0811827712
- ASIN: 0811827712
- ISBN: 0811827712
- Brand: Brand: Chronicle Books
- Manufacturer: Chronicle Books
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Victorian Glory in San Francisco and the Bay Area
Features more than 260 color photographs and sections devoted to Victorian House planing, in a beautiful tribute to Victoran architecture and interior design in the San Fransisco and Bay Area, and celebrates the cumulative visual impact of all types of architecture in the region. 10,000 first printing.
- ASIN: 0670893765
- ASIN: 0670893765
- ISBN: 0670893765
- Manufacturer: Viking Studio
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33 Getaways from San Francisco That You Must Not Miss
Go off the beaten path to discover 33 weekend getaways in the San Francisco Bay Area; the ultimate insider's getaway guide Features interesting and unusual places not found in traditional travel guides An extension of the international 111 Places/111 Shops series with over 150 titles and 1 million copies in print worldwide Appeals to both the local market (nearly 7 million call the Bay Area home) and the tourist market (over 16 million people visit San Francisco every year) Fully illustrated with 200 color photographsThe epic beauty and romance of northern California has long been a beacon to ... [Read More]
- ASIN: 3954516462
- ASIN: 3954516462
- ISBN: 3954516462
- Brand: Marissa Guggiana
- Manufacturer: Emons Publishers
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Victorian Homes of San Francisco
The Victorian architecture of San Francisco is known the world over for its distinctive look and charm. More than 200 color images show broadshot views of homes tightly stacked together along steep streets, as well as close-ups of details. The text provides a historic background of the architecture that has helped characterize San Francisco as one of the world's most beautiful cities. Styles featured include Italianate, Queen Anne, Eastlake/Stick, and Victorian.
- ASIN: 0764332120
- ASIN: 0764332120
- ISBN: 0764332120
- Brand: Brand: Schiffer Publishing
- Manufacturer: Schiffer Pub Ltd
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The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics
The #1 New York Times–bestselling story about American Olympic triumph in Nazi Germany and now the inspiration for the PBS documentary “The Boys of ‘36'.”For readers of Unbroken, out of the depths of the Depression comes an irresistible story about beating the odds and finding hope in the most desperate of times—the improbable, intimate account of how nine working-class boys from the American West showed the world at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin what true grit really meant. It was an unlikely quest from the start. With a team composed of the sons of loggers, shipyard workers, and f... [Read More]
- ASIN: 0143125478
- UPC: 884832131572
- ASIN: 0143125478
- ISBN: 9780143125471
- Brand: Penguin Books
- Manufacturer: Penguin Books
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San Francisco: The City's Sights and Secrets
Discover the beauty of San Francisco, its hidden charms, and its well-loved sights in this unforgettable photographic tour. Some of San Francisco's most renowned photographers, including Bill Hanapple, Richard Blair, Don Kellogg, and Tom Tracy, have captured new perspectives of the City with spectacular images of its most celebrated landmarks, from Coit Tower and the Transamerica Pyramid to lesser-knownbut equally beautifulfeatures, such as the flower-lined Filbert Street steps and the charming alleys of Russian Hill. In addition to the more than 150 breathtaking color photographs of the city ... [Read More]
- ASIN: 0811853462
- UPC: 765145115889
- ASIN: 0811853462
- ISBN: 0811853462
- Brand: Brand: Chronicle Books
- Manufacturer: Chronicle Books
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Insider's Guide to Home Buying: San Francisco Edition
The Insider’s Guide to Home Buying, San Francisco Edition includes advanced home buying secrets for beginners that will open the door to becoming a prepared homeowner. Shawn Kunkler’s latest book demystifies the San Francisco home buying process with an easy to follow home buying blueprint. He efficiently guides you through the basics of how to begin, who to talk to and what documents are required to get started. This concentrated guide spotlights early warning signs and basic mistakes to avoid. Discover how to identify current market trends to find the best deals. Including: How to hire a... [Read More]
- ASIN: 0999782908
- ASIN: 0999782908
- ISBN: 0999782908
- Manufacturer: Kunk & Kunk Publishing
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The Seventh Daughter: My Culinary Journey from Beijing to San Francisco
A pioneer in the food world, Cecilia Chiang introduced Americans to authentic northern Chinese cuisine at her San Francisco restaurant, the Mandarin, in 1961, earning the adoration of generations of diners, including local luminaries such as Marion Cunningham, Ruth Reichl, and Chuck Williams. In THE SEVENTH DAUGHTER, Chiang presents a classic collection of recipes framed by her gripping life's story. Beginning with her account of a privileged childhood in 1920s and 1930s Beijing, Chiang chronicles a 1,000-mile trek on foot in the wake of the Japanese occupation, her arrival in San Francisco, a... [Read More]
- ASIN: 1580088228
- ASIN: 1580088228
- ISBN: 1580088228
- Brand: Ten Speed Press
- Manufacturer: Ten Speed Press
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San Francisco Is Burning: The Untold Story of the 1906 Earthquake and Fires
A detailed account of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake reveals how hasty and corrupt construction practices made the city more vulnerable to damage and relates the experiences of such survivors as a naval officer who helped save the city's piers and wharves, unscrupulous mayor Eugene Schmitz, and erudite city boss Abe Ruef. 100,000 first printing.
- ASIN: 0670034428
- ASIN: 0670034428
- ISBN: 0670034428
- Manufacturer: Viking Adult
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Tartine All Day: Modern Recipes for the Home Cook: A Cookbook
A comprehensive cookbook with 200 recipes for the way people want to eat and bake at home today, with gluten-free options, from James Beard Award-winning and best-selling author Elisabeth Prueitt, cofounder of San Francisco's acclaimed Tartine Bakery.Tartine All Day is Tartine cofounder Elisabeth Prueitt’s gift to home cooks everywhere who crave an all-in-one repertoire of wholesome, straight-forward recipes for the way they want to eat morning, noon, and night. As the family cook in her own household, Prueitt understands the challenge of making daily home cooking healthy, delicious, and ent... [Read More]
- ASIN: 039957882X
- ASIN: 039957882X
- ISBN: 039957882X
- Brand: TEN SPEED
- Manufacturer: Lorena Jones Books
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Bochy Ball! The Chemistry of Winning and Losing in Baseball, Business, and Life
A book about LEADERSHIP, CHARACTER and TEAM CHEMISTRY.Apply it to your business, your team, your life!A Gutsy Leader. A Band of Misfits. A Storied Franchise.THREE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS IN FIVE YEARSThen, the worst season in franchise history.International bestselling authors Kevin and Jackie Freiberg take you behind the scenes where few people get to go. See how the San Francisco Giants rose from the brink of disaster to a $2b enterprise and one of the most successful, enduring sports franchises in the world.LEARN FROM ONE OF THE GREATEST--EVER!Get in the head of a fearless competitor and... [Read More]
- ASIN: 0999700103
- ASIN: 0999700103
- ISBN: 0999700103
- Manufacturer: Epic Work Epic Life
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Tartine Bread (Artisan Bread Cookbook, Best Bread Recipes, Sourdough Book)
The Tartine Way - Not all bread is created equal"...The most beautiful bread book yet published..." – The New York TimesTartine - A bread bible for the home baker or professional bread-maker! It comes from Chad Robertson, a man many consider to be the best bread baker in the United States, and co-owner with Elizabeth Prueitt of San Francisco's Tartine Bakery. At 5 P.M., Chad Robertson's rugged, magnificent Tartine loaves are drawn from the oven. The bread at San Francisco's legendary Tartine Bakery sells out within an hour almost every day.Only a handful of bakers have learned the bread scie... [Read More]
- ASIN: 0811870413
- UPC: 786173114699
- ASIN: 0811870413
- ISBN: 0811870413
- Brand: Chronicle Books
- Manufacturer: Chronicle Books
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San Francisco 49ers 8'' x 10.5'' Best Dad Clip Frame - No Size
The ultimate San Francisco 49ers fan doesn't just have awesome apparel, but an impressive array of dcor as well! Add this 8'' x 10.5'' Best Dad Clip Frame to your collection of San Francisco 49ers
- UPC: 493207985
- Color: Other
- Size: No Size
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San Francisco Giants 8'' x 10.5'' Best Dad Clip Frame - No Size
The ultimate San Francisco Giants fan doesn't just have awesome apparel, but an impressive array of dcor as well! Add this 8'' x 10.5'' Best Dad Clip Frame to your collection of San Francisco Giants
- UPC: 982357741
- Color: Other
- Size: No Size
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Year's Best SF 7 - eBook
Once again, the year's finest flights of speculative imagination are gathered in one extraordinary volume, compiled by acclaimed editor and anthologist David G. Hartwell. From some of the most renowned visionaries of contemporary SF --
- UPC: 462937364
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Year's Best SF 6 - eBook
Get Ready To Expand Your Mind...Acclaimed editor and anthologist David G. Hartwell is back with the sixth annual collection of the year's most impressive, thought-provoking, and just plain great science fiction.Year's Best SF 6 includes
- UPC: 385738126
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Year's Best SF 11 - eBook
This is the best short form science fiction of 2005, selected by David Hartwell and Kathryn Cramer, two of the most respected editors in the field. The short story is one of the most vibrant
- UPC: 849135579
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Year's Best SF 5 - eBook
Experience New RealmsAcclaimed editor and anthologist David G. Hartwell returns with this fifth annual collection of the year's most imaginative, entertaining, and mind-expanding science fiction.Here are works from some of today's most acclaimed authors, as
- UPC: 895811254
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Year's Best SF 10 - eBook
A banner year for speculative fiction has yielded a crop of superb short form SF. Now the very best to appear over the past twelve months has been amassed into one extraordinary volume by acclaimed
- UPC: 716960225
- Rating: 3.0
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Year's Best SF 4 - eBook
Travel to the Farthest Reaches of the ImaginationAcclaimed editor and anthologist David G. Hartwell is back with his fourth annual high-powered collection of the year's most inventive, entertaining, and awe-inspiring science fiction. In short, the
- UPC: 243024497
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Year's Best SF 16 - eBook
A dazzling new collection of the finest short form science fiction from the previous year, compiled once again by World Fantasy and Hugo Award-winning editors by David G. Hartwell and Kathryn Cramer, Year’s Best SF
- UPC: 530969241
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Year's Best SF 14 - eBook
Unique visions and astonishments—new stories by:Tobias S. Buckell and Karl SchroederCory DoctorowNeil GaimanKathleen Ann GoonanAlastair ReynoldsMichael SwanwickLast year's best short-form SF—selected by acclaimed, award-winning editors and anthologists David G. Hartwell and Kathryn Cramer—offers stunning new
- UPC: 180761094
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