Description
1969 edition. Dust jacket has some wear and small tears along the sides. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This vintage copy of “Northwest Heritage: The Cascade Range” by renowned photographer Ray Atkeson offers a stunning visual journey through the majestic Cascade Mountain Range. Published in 1969, this book captures the rugged beauty and untamed wilderness of the Pacific Northwest during a time when environmental conservation efforts were gaining momentum. Atkeson’s breathtaking black-and-white photographs, accompanied by informative captions, transport readers to remote landscapes, towering peaks, and pristine wilderness areas that have since become cherished natural treasures.
As a pioneer in conservation photography, Atkeson played a pivotal role in raising awareness about the importance of preserving the region’s natural wonders. His images not only showcase the grandeur of the Cascades but also serve as a historical record of these landscapes before they were impacted by human development and climate change. This copy, with its well-preserved pages and secure binding, offers collectors and nature enthusiasts a tangible connection to a time when the Cascades stood as an untamed frontier, inspiring awe and reverence for the natural world.
