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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Finalist for the 2017 Washington State Book Award in General Nonfiction / HistoryThe plaque said this was the winter fishing hut of Thuridur Einarsdottir, one of Iceland's greatest fishing captains, and that she lived from 1777 to 1863."Wait," anthropologist and former seawoman Margaret Willson said. "She??"So began a quest. Were there more Icelandic seawomen? Most Icelanders said no, and, after all, in most parts of the world fishing is considered a male profession. What could she expect in Iceland? She found a surprise. This book is a glimpse into the lives of vibrant women who have braved the sea for centuries. Their accounts include the excitement, accidents, trials, and tribulations of fishing in Iceland from the historic times of small open rowboats to today's high-tech fisheries. Based on extensive historical and field research, Seawomen of Iceland allows the seawomen's voices to speak directly with strength, intelligence, and - above all - a knowledge of how to survive.This engaging ethnographic narrative will intrigue both general and academic readers interested in maritime culture, the anthropology of work, Nordic life, and gender studies. How one canal reshaped Seattles history, economy, and environmentSeattles waterways are central to the citys identity, and none more so than the Lake Washington Ship Canal and Ballard (Hiram M. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condition: New. Finalist for the 2017 Washington State Book Award in General Nonfiction / HistoryThe plaque said this was the winter fishing hut of Thurídur Einarsdóttir, one of Iceland's greatest fishing captains, and that she lived from 1777 to 1863."Wait," anthropologist and former seawoman Margaret Willson said. "She??"So began a quest. Were there more Icelandic seawomen? Most Icelanders said no, and, after all, in most parts of the world fishing is considered a male profession. What could she expect in Iceland? She found a surprise. This book is a glimpse into the lives of vibrant women who have braved the sea for centuries. Their accounts include the excitement, accidents, trials, and tribulations of fishing in Iceland from the historic times of small open rowboats to today's high-tech fisheries. Based on extensive historical and field research, Seawomen of Iceland allows the seawomen's voices to speak directly with strength, intelligence, and - above all - a knowledge of how to survive.This engaging ethnographic narrative will intrigue both general and academic readers interested in maritime culture, the anthropology of work, Nordic life, and gender studies.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. How one canal reshaped Seattles history, economy, and environmentSeattles waterways are central to the citys identity, and none more so than the Lake Washington Ship Canal and Ballard (Hiram M. Chittenden) Locks. Seattles Locks and Ship Canal: A History and Guide offers an accessible introduction to this engineering marvel and its ongoing significance. Adapted from the acclaimed Waterway, this portable edition distills decades of history into an engaging format ideal for both residents and visitors.David B. Williams and Jennifer Ott chart the vision that drove the canals creation and the dramatic changes it brought to the citys economy, neighborhoods, and natural environment. Along the way, they highlight the political struggles, industrial ambitions, and ecological consequences that shaped one of Seattles defining projects.Enhanced with a map of the locks and another featuring key sites along the ship canal, this edition doubles as both a history and a practical guide. It illuminates how the locks, once designed for commercial shipping, have evolved into one of Seattles most popular destinations, where recreational boats, salmon ladders, and historic structures draw crowds year-round.Clear, informative, and visually rich, Seattles Locks and Ship Canal is both a primer on the citys past and a companion for exploring part of its present-day waterfront.A Michael J. Repass Book How one canal reshaped Seattles history, economy, and environmentSeattles waterways are central to the citys identity, and none more so than the Lake Washington Ship Canal and Ballard (Hiram M. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - How one canal reshaped Seattle's history, economy, and environmentSeattle's waterways are central to the city's identity, and none more so than the Lake Washington Ship Canal and Ballard (Hiram M. Chittenden) Locks. Seattle's Locks and Ship Canal: A History and Guide offers an accessible introduction to this engineering marvel and its ongoing significance. Adapted from the acclaimed Waterway, this portable edition distills decades of history into an engaging format ideal for both residents and visitors.David B. Williams and Jennifer Ott chart the vision that drove the canal's creation and the dramatic changes it brought to the city's economy, neighborhoods, and natural environment. Along the way, they highlight the political struggles, industrial ambitions, and ecological consequences that shaped one of Seattle's defining projects.Enhanced with a map of the locks and another featuring key sites along the ship canal, this edition doubles as both a history and a practical guide. It illuminates how the locks, once designed for commercial shipping, have evolved into one of Seattle's most popular destinations, where recreational boats, salmon ladders, and historic structures draw crowds year-round.Clear, informative, and visually rich, Seattle's Locks and Ship Canal is both a primer on the city's past and a companion for exploring part of its present-day waterfront.A Michael J. Repass Book.…

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. How one canal reshaped Seattles history, economy, and environmentSeattles waterways are central to the citys identity, and none more so than the Lake Washington Ship Canal and Ballard (Hiram M. Chittenden) Locks. Seattles Locks and Ship Canal: A History and Guide offers an accessible introduction to this engineering marvel and its ongoing significance. Adapted from the acclaimed Waterway, this portable edition distills decades of history into an engaging format ideal for both residents and visitors.David B. Williams and Jennifer Ott chart the vision that drove the canals creation and the dramatic changes it brought to the citys economy, neighborhoods, and natural environment. Along the way, they highlight the political struggles, industrial ambitions, and ecological consequences that shaped one of Seattles defining projects.Enhanced with a map of the locks and another featuring key sites along the ship canal, this edition doubles as both a history and a practical guide. It illuminates how the locks, once designed for commercial shipping, have evolved into one of Seattles most popular destinations, where recreational boats, salmon ladders, and historic structures draw crowds year-round.Clear, informative, and visually rich, Seattles Locks and Ship Canal is both a primer on the citys past and a companion for exploring part of its present-day waterfront.A Michael J. Repass Book How one canal reshaped Seattles history, economy, and environmentSeattles waterways are central to the citys identity, and none more so than the Lake Washington Ship Canal and Ballard (Hiram M. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condition: New. How one canal reshaped Seattle's history, economy, and environmentSeattle's waterways are central to the city's identity, and none more so than the Lake Washington Ship Canal and Ballard (Hiram M. Chittenden) Locks. Seattle's Locks and Ship Canal: A History and Guide offers an accessible introduction to this engineering marvel and its ongoing significance. Adapted from the acclaimed Waterway, this portable edition distills decades of history into an engaging format ideal for both residents and visitors.David B. Williams and Jennifer Ott chart the vision that drove the canal's creation and the dramatic changes it brought to the city's economy, neighborhoods, and natural environment. Along the way, they highlight the political struggles, industrial ambitions, and ecological consequences that shaped one of Seattle's defining projects.Enhanced with a map of the locks and another featuring key sites along the ship canal, this edition doubles as both a history and a practical guide. It illuminates how the locks, once designed for commercial shipping, have evolved into one of Seattle's most popular destinations, where recreational boats, salmon ladders, and historic structures draw crowds year-round.Clear, informative, and visually rich, Seattle's Locks and Ship Canal is both a primer on the city's past and a companion for exploring part of its present-day waterfront.A Michael J. Repass Book.…