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Tears for old Lacerta : new poems

https://archives.whyte.org/en/permalink/catalogue19868
Medium
Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)
Published Date
1990
Author
Burles, Gordon
Publisher
Banff, Alta. : G. Burles
Call Number
05.1 B92t Pam
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Author
Burles, Gordon
Responsibility
Gordon Burles
Publisher
Banff, Alta. : G. Burles
Published Date
1990
Physical Description
92 pages
Medium
Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)
Subjects
Poetry
Art
Rocky Mountains Canada
Abstract
Pertains to the works of Gordon Burles, a poet of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. The poet’s work reflects a somber undertone, and covers topics pertaining to people, places, and nature.
Notes
Annotated – the author has signed the front page with the following, “To Liz – best wishes, from Gordon Burles”
Accession Number
2017.8683
Call Number
05.1 B92t Pam
Collection
Archives Library
URL Notes
The URL is linked to the Gordon Burles fonds held at the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies.
Websites
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Rafter six ranch: statement of significance

https://archives.whyte.org/en/permalink/catalogue19858
Medium
Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)
Published Date
2015
Author
Donald Luxton and Associates INC
Publisher
Donald Luxton and Associates INC
Call Number
08.1 L96r
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Author
Donald Luxton and Associates INC
Publisher
Donald Luxton and Associates INC
Published Date
2015
Physical Description
29 pg
Medium
Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)
Subjects
Kananaskis Country
Ranches
Rocky Mountains
Rocky Mountains Canada
Abstract
Pertains to the history and significance of the Rafter Six Ranch. In addition to historical significance, the book includes the architectural and design elements that are unique to the Rafter Six Ranch buildings. Above all, the book mentions the Rocky Mountains and the ways in which the Rafter Six Ranch contributed to settlement and expansion in the area.
Contents
Statement of significance
Description of historic place
Heritage value of historical place
Character-defining elements
statements of integrity
Additional images
Bibliography
Accession Number
2019.58
Call Number
08.1 L96r
Collection
Archives Library
URL Notes
URL is linked to the official website of Donald Luxton and Associates INC.
Websites
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An orogenous life: memoir and reader

https://archives.whyte.org/en/permalink/catalogue19846
Medium
Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)
Published Date
2017
Author
Gadd, Ben
Publisher
Canmore, AB, Canada : Corax Press
Call Number
02.6 G11a
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Author
Gadd, Ben
Responsibility
Ben Gadd
Publisher
Canmore, AB, Canada : Corax Press
Published Date
2017
Physical Description
655 pages
Medium
Library - Book (including soft-cover and pamphlets)
Subjects
Naturalists
Rocky Mountains
Rocky Mountains Canada
Biography
Alberta
Abstract
Pertains to the experiences of Ben Gadd, an experienced Rocky Mountain naturalist, guide and author. His book combines his personal experiences with the stories and essays of 36 others in order to create a touching, yet compelling story. The book includes a comprehensive selection of photographs, many of which are personal to the author and his family. Being that the author was and continues to be greatly involved with the Canadian Rocky Mountains, the book makes mention of multiple locations in and around the area of Banff such as, Mt. Assiniboine, Banff Mountain Film Festival, Bankhead, Brewster transportation and tours, and Johnston Canyon. The book follows the style of a biography and contains many personal stories and photos from the author and associated family.
Contents
Introduction
Benny
Ben
Cia and Ben
Willy, Cia and Ben
Toby and Willy, Cia and Ben
Index
Other books by Ben Gadd
Notes
Some of the specific references to areas in, and area the Canadian Rocky Mountains are as follows, Mt. Assiniboine (297), Mt. Robson (373), Banff Mountain Film Festival (12, 395, 608), Bankhead (332) and Brewster transportation and tours (463, 469).
ISBN
9780969263142
Accession Number
2019.47
Call Number
02.6 G11a
Collection
Archives Library
URL Notes
URL pertains to an online website dedicated to Ben Gadd and his continued achievements
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