David Muench Books

From purple mountains' majesty to the grasslands and deserts, America the beautiful appears in all its' unequalled splendor. Breathtaking peaks of the Rockies; magnificent coastlines and untamed forests; wetlands, rivers, deserts, and the recognized master of landscape and nature photography David Muench has captured it all, in nearly 200 full-color photographs of unspoiled American wilderness. The images display our grandest borders, the soundless expanse, and all the awe-inspiring bounty of this land. View an approaching storm over the White Sands Natural Monument, New Mexico; cypress and tupelo in North Carolina; dune grass with seastacks in Cape Sebastian, Oregon; and the bright autumn foliage of New Hampshire's White Mountains. T.H. Watkins, one of the nation's finest natural history writers, adds his superb narration to the photos, completing the perfect portrait of our great American landscape.

David Muench's large scale color photos of the American Southwest's desert beauties and natural wonders are accompanied by nature writing from the renowned author Edward Abbey.

Comprises three distinct portfolios of landscape photographs. The first consists of 12 of David Muench's striking black-and-white images which have never been published before. The second contains the stunning large format color photography for which David Muench is well known; and the third portfolio presents the emerging talents David's son, Marc. The work is gorgeous, going far beyond the run-of-the-mill photographed landscape, and paling all others by comparison. No text beyond notes on the plates. Published by Browntrout Publishers, PO Box 280070, San Francisco, CA 94128. 12x12.25" Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

Gorgeous photographs by David Muench a revered landscape and nature photographer known for portraying the American western landscape for half a century.

The twentieth anniversary of the Countryside & Rights of Way (CRoW) Act in 2020 provides a good opportunity to look back on the doughty band of campaigners who fought for so long to give ramblers their cherished right to roam.

The first of Graphic Arts Books's fully redesigned state book series, Arizona offers breathtaking views of the state's most beloved trademarks such as red rock, desert sands, and wildflowers. World renowned landscape photographer David Muench captures the beauty of the Grand Canyon, Mexican Highlands, and the Sonoran Desert in this timeless collection of photographs. Explore this naturally rich landscape from impossible cliff dwellings to ethereal rock formations, from the giant saguaro cactus to petroglyphs carved into stone. Read about Native American heritage, Arizona's wildlife, and natural history through extended, detailed captions for each photo. With an average annual rainfall of a mere 8.3 inches, this state's unique climate and culture radiate from the pages of Arizona.

Photographs capture the beauty of the mountains, valleys, tidal pools, and harbors in the Santa Barbara area and show historic buildings which reflect its Mexican heritage

Embark on an extraordinary journey through the British countryside, leading to mysterious sites, ancient wonders and legendary landscapes to uncover 50 of the most intriguing walks in Britain. Discover the Green Chapel of Arthurian legend deep in the Staffordshire moorlands. Take a magical stroll through the fairytale forest of Wistman's Woods on Dartmoor. Marvel at the surreal rock formations of Brimham Rocks in Yorkshire, or spot the Hogwarts Express crossing the Glenfinnan Viaduct in the Scottish Highlands. With each walk ranging from two to eight miles in length and featuring beautiful photography, helpful directions and useful information, this book guarantees captivating experiences for walkers of all abilities, whether you're a casual stroller or seasoned hiker. Short Walks to Curious Places is your key to unlocking the secrets of the British countryside. With every step, you'll uncover the stories that shaped these extraordinary landscapes. Get ready to explore, discover and be enchanted by the wonders that lie just beyond the beaten path.

It's all the fruitful cornucopia of the Central Valley and the solitary ancient pillars of redwood old-growth forests; the soaring granite cliffs of Yosemite Valley and Death Valley's heat-blasted wastes; the sun-drenched, flowering meadows of the High Sierra and breathtaking sunset sky canopies reflecting off coastal mists. The Muenches apply their decades of on-location photographic skills to the making of interpretive views embracing all aspects of California's primal myths and realities. Among the one hundred powerful, evocative color plates within these pages, you will find a California that sings of the breadth and depth and soaring heights of the American spirit.

Utah is a magical place. Muench followed the rhythms of the seasons, studied the harmonies of color, and translated the elusive qualities of light to create the images in this beautiful book.

Mysterious canyons, natural stone bridges, delicate arches, unexpected mountain peaks, a saltwater lake, and endless desert: this is ""Utah.""

From wild rivers and pristine wilderness to exotic desert beauty, Muench captures this enchanting land of history, natural beauty, and deep cultural roots.

From East to West, from the Great Lakes to the Grand Canyon, the National Parks tell the history of the earth, revealing along the way the astounding beauty of natural forms and the exhilirating variety of flora and fauna.

The great variety of wild and beautiful desert is seen through the photographs of landscape photographer David Muench and the words of author Frank Waters.

For those who come to Gettysburg, there is a journey back in time to a battleground where armies converged and men gallantly rose to do battle. Had it not been for those three July days when Federals and Confederates fought and died in its streets and surrounding fields and hills, this quiet Pennsylvania town would be as little known today as it was before they clashed more than a century ago. Gettysburg National Military Park, located in southeasten Pennsylvania, was established in 1895 to preserve the site of the great Civil War battle fought on the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd of July 1863.

With an eye that sees the spirit of the land and a camera that captures the magic behind patterns of light and form, David Muench distills the essence of the American experience--the land. A master nature photographer, Muench assembles his best work--quintessential portraits of the American landscape that celebrate its enduring primal beauty. 133 color photos.

David Muench, the eminent wilderness photographer, and Roly Smith, the respected travel writer, made this selection of America's National Parks to mark the centenary of the 'Organic Act', the federal law that established the US National Park Service. Share their celebration of 21 of America's stunning wildernesses in words and pictures.

Text, accompanied by more than 120 color photographs, discusses 37 National Parks.

The first of Graphic Arts Books's fully redesigned state book series, Arizona offers breathtaking views of the state's most beloved trademarks such as red rock, desert sands, and wildflowers. World renowned landscape photographer David Muench captures the beauty of the Grand Canyon, Mexican Highlands, and the Sonoran Desert in this timeless collection of photographs. Explore this naturally rich landscape from impossible cliff dwellings to ethereal rock formations, from the giant saguaro cactus to petroglyphs carved into stone. Read about Native American heritage, Arizona's wildlife, and natural history through extended, detailed captions for each photo. With an average annual rainfall of a mere 8.3 inches, this state's unique climate and culture radiate from the pages of Arizona.