The State of Alabama is diverse and scenic, with reflections of deep southern beauty everywhere. Each volume focuses on a city or state and features 96 pages and 70 stunning images by internationally renowned photographers, plus descriptive captions. About the America series: As expansive as America itself, this outstanding series captures outstanding views of panoramic landscapes, brilliant city skylines, and picturesque communities.

This book is a breathtaking visual guide to a historic and scenic state, one that unites space-age new with antebellum old. Alabama also boasts high-tech cities and is home to the sprawling U.S. preached his sermons on equality and justice from the pulpit of the Dexter Avenue Baptist Church. The Rosa Parks Museum sits on the site where Parks was arrested for refusing to yield her seat on a bus to a white man. Among the most interesting landmarks are those that trace the battle which led to the reversal of segregation laws. Some of the most notable events in American history took place in the state where Civil War battles were fought and the civil rights movement began. From the mountains and lakes of northern Alabama to the sugary white beaches lining the southern Gulf coast, Alabama captures the highlights of a diverse set of natural wonders such as: Mount Whitney DeSoto Falls Gulf State Park Oak Mountain State Park. Readers will experience Vancouver, from its most famous sites to the little-known spots that the locals cherish, through the large-scale photographs and informative captions of Vancouver. A Visual Portrait, Canada's most celebrated photographers capture the sights that make Vancouver unique, among The Lion's Gate Bridge Every year, millions of visitors flock to Canada's third-largest city to enjoy the shops and restaurants of Vancouver's stylish downtown core and to ski, swim, hike and bike in its natural playground. Considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Vancouver is a place where old-growth forests meet innovative modern architecture, and where world-class culture intersects with glorious beaches. Nestled on the edge of the Pacific Ocean and cradled by the Coast Mountains, Vancouver is a breathtaking blend of stunning scenery and vibrant urbanity.

A stunning visual odyssey through Canada's most beautiful city.

Alabama by Claire Leila Philipson