Reading Seattle

2014-05-01 Literary Criticism

Author : Peter Donahue
Release : 2014-05-01
Genre : Literary Criticism
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 552/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis Reading Seattle by : Peter Donahue

Download or read book Reading Seattle written by Peter Donahue. This book was released on 2014-05-01. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seattle, with its spectacular natural beauty and rough frontier history, has inspired writers from its earliest days. This anthology spans seven decades and includes fiction, memoirs, histories, and journalism that define the city or use it as a setting, imparting the flavor of the city through a literary prism. Reading Seattle features classics by Horace R. Cayton, Richard Hugo, Betty MacDonald, Mary McCarthy, Murray Morgan, and John Okada as well as more recent works by Sherman Alexie, Lynda Barry, David Guterson, J. A. Jance, Jonathan Raban, and others. It includes cutting-edge work by emerging talents and reintroduces works by important Seattle writers who may have been overlooked in recent years. The writers featured in this volume explore a variety of neighborhoods and districts within the city, delineating urban spaces and painting memorable portraits of characters both historical and fictional.

Rites of Passage

1995 History

Author : Walt Crowley
Release : 1995
Genre : History
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 927/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Rites of Passage written by Walt Crowley. This book was released on 1995. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Historian, political consultant, and former writer for the underground publication Helix, Walt Crowley blends history and personal reminiscence in this account of a tumultuous era in Seattle's history. The last third of the book is devoted to a chronology of major international, national, local, an

Little Cities Seattle

2021-06-15 Juvenile Nonfiction

Author : DK
Release : 2021-06-15
Genre : Juvenile Nonfiction
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 233/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Little Cities Seattle written by DK. This book was released on 2021-06-15. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Let your little urbanite explore the Emerald City with this illustrated kid’s travel guide! Welcome to Seattle, Washington! Take a ferry and walk over to Pier 57 or go for a ride on the Seattle Great Wheel, and watch the whole city light up. There is so much for little explorers to do in this rainy city! This colorful picture book is perfect for little travelers vacationing in Seattle, or little locals who want to learn more about their hometown. This stylish board book includes: • Simple text which is ideal for reading out loud • A safe, sturdy board book for little hands • Unique illustrations of famous American landmarks Discover Seattle Packed with bold, vibrant illustrations and simple, clear text that’s ideal for reading aloud, this charming picture book will capture the attention of young readers in no time! Perfect for kids aged 3-5 years old, it provides a child-friendly tour of the city and showcases iconic landmarks and fun activities for kids to do. Children will love discovering lots of fascinating fun facts about Seattle. Did you know that it only takes 43 seconds to travel in the elevator from the bottom of the Space Needle to the top? Or that at Pike Place Market there is a wall covered in people's old, chewed gum that tourists from around the world come to see? Explore other Little Cities The Little Cities series showcases child-friendly attractions for kids to visit in different cities. From Chicago and Austin to San Francisco and Boston, these engaging guides highlight what makes each city truly special. Where will you decide to explore today?

The Seattle Book of Dates

2023-11-14 Travel

Author : Eden Dawn
Release : 2023-11-14
Genre : Travel
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 324/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book The Seattle Book of Dates written by Eden Dawn. This book was released on 2023-11-14. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Top music and book gifts for 2023 — Seattle Times Discover the best of Seattle in a whole new way! Here are 125 secret spots, beloved locales, and unexpected destinations offer endless options for date night and weekend adventures. From the authors of the bestselling Portland Book of Dates comes this insider's guide to the coolest spots in Seattle and Washington state. A visual delight, the illustrated book marries style and substance and the result is a curated and creative collection of more than 125 often-inexpensive outings in and around Seattle to inspire romance and adventure. For locals and visitors alike, this is an essential resource for couples of all ages (and singles with friends) interested in learning about off-the-beaten-path things to do, see, and taste in Seattle and environs. Outings run the gamut: Tropical Winter Date features the Volunteer Park Conservatory and a secret drink at Inside Passage Get High on History includes a trip to the Klondike Gold Rush Historic Park and Smith Tower Observatory (and bar!) Eat, Drink, and Be Gay offers up Capitol Hill bars that celebrate and cater to the queer community Farther afield adventures include trips to Vancouver and Victoria, the San Juans and other islands, Bellingham and Skagit Vallet, Mount Rainier, Eastern Washington, and more! Authors (and married couple) Eden Dawn and Ashod Simonian seek out the obscure and fascinating, and the date descriptions are motivating enough to prompt even the most dedicated Netflix-and-chillers to head out the door.

The Social Blue Book of Seattle

1921 Clubs

Author :
Release : 1921
Genre : Clubs
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : /5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book The Social Blue Book of Seattle written by . This book was released on 1921. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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