Colorado Books

Jane is my favorite author, who has won numerous prizes in Denmark for her books, and I have actually read most of her books myself. It is too bad they are not available in English so more people could enjoy them. She is an amzing writer with a family history rich in memories. I wrote to her and asked her to write me back, and she did! I will save her note forever! In this book, she actually writes about her own real love affair with a Colorado professor. There are many dramatic twists and turns and you can barely put the book down. I have read it several times now and am always amazed with her ability to write, her strength, her courage and her wonderful sense of humor! This book is highly recommended! Danish language skills required.

I checked out several books from the library, and found myself constantly referring back to this book. I am planning a family vacation for 12 adults and 15 children, and this book has been the one book that I would say was indispensible! Of all the books that I've used, the feature that this book has that none of the others have is that for everything possible, the prices for adults, seniors, children, and infants is included, along with what each attraction or park defines those categories (ages) to be. So, except for price increases that Ms. Kennedy couldn't know about, you have a close approximation to how much money you will be spending to do what you want to do. Also, the hours and phone numbers are included in nearly every case. I couldn't recommend this book highly enough! I ordered it from Amazon so that I would be able to take it with me!

This photographic review of Colorado's official Fourteeners is well worth hunting for. I'm sorry to see it out of print. I still use my copy to learn more about the peaks as I fulfill my quest to stand on Colorado's highest points. Another related book available through Amazon.com is TJ Burr's "Rocky Mountain Adventure Collection". In his book, he will take you on several Colorado climbs, including the highest - Mt. Elbert, and the classic Front Range challenge - Longs Peak.

I used to eagerly await the publication of Roger Edrinn's fourteeners calendar. Unfortunately, 2002 was the last year for which he did one. The void has since been filled by the CMC. This calendar provides a standard representation of each month divided into a grid of five weeks with seven days per week. There is also a page for November/December 2003. Each month's page is placed below a mountain photograph page. The pages are twelve inches square. Each day in the calendar grid has its own 1-1/2 by 1-7/8 inch box, leaving sufficient space for notes. Astronomical events and the usual federal and religious holidays are indicated.

This calendar has some impressive photographs. The view of Ellingwood and Blanca seen from the Little Bear ridge conveys the feeling of the stark massiveness of the rock. The Wetterhorn haloed by a triple rainbow at sunset is quite unusual. However, I could not find an identification of the cover photo. (Todd Caudle has sent me a note saying that it is Snowmass Mountain.) I recommend this calendar for anyone who is a fourteener fanatic or who likes mountain photographs.

This bouldering guide is truely remarkable. The hand drawings add a unique character to the book not seen in any books of this kind to date. The information here is written from a top notch local's perspective. The classics you find in this book are well mapped and described in text. Other books attempting to copy this original guide have not nearly the overview map quality and descriptive precision seen here, A must buy for any true boulderer.

This is a very fun book! All kids living in CO or traveling through should get this book!

If you're looking for a comprehensive guide to the Colorado's beautiful 470 mile trail, Randy Jacob's book is an excellent choice. This concisely written yet thorough guidebook includes information for day-hikers and through-hikers and takes you on a scenic journey from Denver to Durango.

The introductory chapter gives a complete history of the Trail and how it was developed. Jacobs also gives backcountry guidelines and precautions for novice hikers, a suggested packing list and a geological description of the trail.

For those mainly interested in the "technical" aspect of the Colorado Trail, Jacobs has all the bases covered. The book is broken down into sections of the Colorado Trail that are manageable and accessible for day-hikers and provide comfortable stopping and restocking points for through-hikers. Each section of the Trail is labeled with a starting point, an ending point, mileage for the section and total elevation gain. Jacobs also includes elevation gain and loss charts.

Following are detailed descriptions of the trail, access points, and supply and service accomodations. At the end of each section Jacobs has included a blank section for trail notes the Official Colorado Trail Topographic Maps with mileage and measurements.

In addition to all these features, the book includes the spectacular photos of John Fielder to enhance the text. Jacobs also added complete information for mountain biking the Trail, showing bike detours and alternate routes.

One of the extra details that sets this book apart from other guidebooks is the inclusion of Gudy Gaskill's Colorado Trail highlights and pitfalls. As the driving force behind the development of the Trail, Gaskill's insights are invaluable for any hiker on the Trail.

Overall this book is well-designed and makes planning a trek on the Colorado Trail, whether a day trip or a through hike, simple.

"Political and economic developments from the prehistoric Indians to the establishment of modern missile bases, designed for reading, rather than reference." Colorado history buffs should not miss this scarce copy title. [ASIN:0142437522 The Exploration of the Colorado River and Its Canyons (Penguin Classics)][ASIN:1565793471 Colorado, 1870-2000]

1878 Colorado

COLORADO JEWEL is a sparkling read!

Beautiful and lively Magheen Fitzgerald never dreamed she'd someday leave her native Ireland for the shores of America and to the mountain splendors of Leadville, Colorado. She was in search of her brother, Father Patrick Fitzgerald with hopes of making a fortune in mining to help her other brothers purchase freedom from Australian penal colonies. But when the stagecoach she was traveling in overturned near Leadville, her fate was sealed in losing her heart to her rescuer, handsome and wealthy lawyer-turned-mine owner, Daniel Calcord. As he nursed Magheen back to health in a remote cabin, Daniel lost his heart and head to the wild Irish beauty. It was only a matter of time before they found themselves wed and trying to make it work.

Very Enjoyable!

Rarely does a book contain facts, feelings and stories of such depth. A Colorado Kind of Christmas has motivated me to appreciate my family and our tradtions in a new way. Thank you for researching and writing this book!