GREAT LODGES of the CANADIAN ROCKIES
by Christine Barnes
An
Illustrated History of the
Castles and Cabins on the Canadian Rockies!
Recipient
of the 2000 Benjamin Franklin Award
Best History/Political Book
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Great Lodges of the Canadian Rockies
is the second book on the history of mountain architecture written
by Christine Barnes. On the heels of Great Lodges of the West, winner
of the 1998 Benjamin Franklin Award for Best History book, the new
tale takes readers across the United States/Canadian border to the
towering peaks of the Rocky Mountains. |
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Amidst the astounding scenery are the castles and cabins of the Canadian Rockies. The Canadian Pacific Railway and the Canadian government developed a network of fabulous hotels, rustic lodges and tea houses all linked by one of the world's great hiking and bridle trails systems through its growing national parks. Built between 1888 and 1930, each lodge, whether a grand hotel or a simple log chalet, offers guests an opportunity to experience the rich history of the region in comfort and style. |
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LODGES COVERED IN GREAT LODGES OF THE CANADIAN ROCKIES: Banff Springs Hotel, Chateau Lake Louise, Plain of the Glaciers Teahouse, Jasper Park Lodge, Prince of Wales Hotel, Emerald Lake Lodge, Lake O' Hara Lodge, Num-Ti-Jah Lodge, Twin Falls Chalet, Abbott Pass Hut, Skoki Lodge, Mt. Assiniboine Lodge, and Shadow Lake Lodge |
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| "A fantastic book! The author clearly knows her material and how to present it in an informative, engaging manner. This entry is a WINNER!" from judges comments, Benjamin Franklin Awards |
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Great Lodges of the Canadian
Rockies Author: Christine Barnes Photography: Fred Pflughoft & David Morris Format: 164 full-color pages, 10"x9/58", hardcover Illustrations: Over 180 color & historic black and white photographs and architectural drawings with handy pull-out Travel Guide Publisher: WWWest, (1997) wwwest@coinet.com ISBN: 0-96539424-2-2 Price: $35 US, $50.00 CN |