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For more than twenty-five years, After the Fact has guided students through American history and the methods used to study it. In dramatic episodes that move chronologically through American history, this best-selling book examines a broad variety of topics including oral evidence, photographs, ecological data, films and television programs, church and town records, census data, and novels. Whether for an introductory survey or for a historical methods course, After the Fact is the ideal text to introduce readers, step by step, to the detective work and analytical approaches historians use when they are actually doing history.

When Oxfords Atlas of the World debuted in 1992, it was widely praised for the incredible beauty and accuracy of its maps as well as for its wealth of geographic data, and it has only collected more praise with each edition since. The Sixteenth Edition remains the finest international reference source of its kind available, offering exceptional value at a reasonable price. The 16th edition of this beautiful Atlas of the World boasts several features The newest Census Information Over 60 City Maps and nearly 100 different regions at carefully selected scales Gorgeous Satellite Images of Earth Detailed Geographical GlossaryFull of crisp, clear cartography of urban areas and virtually uninhabited landscapes around the globeThoroughly updated content to reflect the changing world around usWorld statistics and a colorful, instructive 48-page Introduction to World GeographyA completely updated Gazetteer of Nations, providing an invaluable A-Z reference of concise country profiles, including statistics on economies, politics, and historical profiles

Learn factors to consider when balancing the outdoor recreation interests of individuals and the management of natural resources. Use the most current data available to evaluate development, regulation, and management issues. Gain insight into the challenges ahead in the areas of resources, planning, environmental issues, and the role of outdoor education. Understand the role and scope of outdoor recreation and education as either an outdoor and adventure educator or natural resource manager. Appreciate the trends and issues related to outdoor recreation in America. Recognize and program for the values and benefits of outdoor recreation. Outdoor Recreation in America is back-fully revised and updated, with significant new material based on current statistics from a number of sources, including the latest U.S. Census Bureau and the latest National Survey on the Environment. Now in its sixth edition, this book continues to lead the way in its comprehensive coverage of issues in this growing field. First published in 1970, Outdoor Recreation in America has had a major impact in the classroom and in the field's scholarly and professional literature. Author Clayne R. Jensen is a noted authority and pioneer in the field, and in this latest edition he is joined by Steven P. Guthrie. Dr. Guthrie is a founder and past president of the Association of Outdoor Recreation and Education and a member of the editorial committee for the Journal of Experiential Education . Together the authors take this classic text into the new century by enabling readers to understand the value and challenges of preserving and properly using existing resources for present and future generations; providing a balanced perspective between the outdoor recreation interests of individuals and the management of natural resources used for recreational purposes; and presenting timely information and discussion questions to challenge students about American outdoor recreation. The following are significant additions to this edition: New data and figures Greater emphasis on outdoor recreation leadership Discussions of funding sources for natural resource protection and parks Expanded chapters on wilderness, the national park system, national forests, and education for outdoor recreation and professional development New or greatly revised chapters on concepts and terms, participation, history, the national park system, national forests, other land or water management agencies, state