The Alaska Almanac: Facts about Alaska

Completely updated and redesigned edition of the perennial bestseller. The Alaska Almanac is an indispensable reference for those who are traveling to the north or those who already know and love it but want to impress others with their encyclopedic knowledge of Alaskas fascinating past and present. 2009 marks the 50th anniversary of Alaskan statehood along with the 50th anniversary of Alaska Northwest Books. This edition will feature factoids and nuggets about statehood as well as facts and figures on geography, history, economics, sports, cultures and people of the Last Frontier. Humorous blurbs and pointed commentary from Mr. Whitekeys geared to statehood will be included. There is no better reference than the Alaska Almanac for those who want to really know Alaska.