{"product_id":"the-desert-john-c-van-dyke-9781023567664","title":"The Desert","description":"\u003cp\u003eVenture into the heart of the American Southwest with John C. Van Dyke's \"The Desert: Further Studies in Natural Appearances,\" a timeless exploration of the Sonoran Desert's stark beauty and subtle wonders. Originally published at the turn of the century, this captivating work of nature writing offers a meticulously observed portrait of the desert landscape, its unique flora and fauna, and the ethereal qualities of light and atmosphere that define this region. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eVan Dyke's essays delve into the natural history of the desert, capturing its essence through vivid descriptions and insightful reflections. More than just a travelogue, this book is a profound meditation on the power and serenity of the natural world. Journey through a landscape that has captivated readers for generations and experience the enduring allure of the American West. A classic of its kind, \"The Desert\" remains a compelling read for anyone interested in nature, the Southwest, and the art of seeing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e John C. Van Dyke\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1023567660\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781023567664\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Anson Street Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/29\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 114\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.38lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.24d","brand":"John C. Van Dyke","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46881012580607,"sku":"9781023567664","price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_ab92e53f-3c50-4e04-800e-6d8b3bc62d79.jpg?v=1747970404","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-desert-john-c-van-dyke-9781023567664","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}