ALASKA

Alaska's licence plate slogan 'The Last Frontier' says it all. This is astate that, until the1970s, had far more male residents than female. 'Theodds are good,' the women used to say, 'but the goods are odd.' Bradt'sAlaska guides visitors beyond the cruise ship ports and into the realAlaska. Written by a local, the book draws on the author's many years ofexperience exploring and guiding tourists on kayaking and hiking tripsthrough this vast wilderness little touched by the hand of man. . The only guide to feature the destinations in Alaska accessible by rail,car, plane and ferry .Detailed hiking maps and advice on planning anexpedition .History and insights into political and environmental concerns