Books

We no longer sell books directly from this site, but rest assured that Jerry’s books are available at bookstores everywhere. We especially hope you’ll support independent bookstores. We realize not everyone has access to them, but if you do or if you’re traveling in their vicinity, we hope you’ll give them your business. To learn more about Jerry Dennis’s and Glenn Wolff’s commitment to publishing fine books for indie stores (and to see their limited edition art and letterpress projects) visit Big Maple Press. Some of our books and all of the art can be purchased from that site.

THE WONDERS OF NATURE GIFT PACK

wonders-of-nature-series-2THE WONDERS OF NATURE SET: A Walk in the Animal Kingdom, The Bird in the Waterfall, and It's Raining Frogs and Fishes Big Maple
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A WALK IN THE ANIMAL KINGDOM

AWalkAnKing150dpiAn inquiry into animals of the world—their diversity and abundance, their mating habits, defensive strategies, and other behaviors—and our profound connection with them, the joy and fear they inspire, and their prominence in our lives.
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THE BIRD IN THE WATERFALL

BirdCOVERbrightmallA global exploration of water, from the unique structure of its molecule to the hydrological cycle; from the natural history of oceans, rivers, and lakes to the life histories of the creatures that live in them.
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IT'S RAINING FROGS AND FISHES

FrogsFishesBMPEverything you ever wanted to know about what goes on above the earth, from the weird to the merely wonderful in weather, wildlife behavior, and naked-eye astronomy.
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CANOEING MICHIGAN RIVERS: A Comprehensive Guide to 45 Rivers

CanoeMichMichigan’s paddling “bible," completely revised and updated in 2013, with descriptions and maps of more than 1,500 miles on 45 of the the state's finest rivers.
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THE WINDWARD SHORE: A Winter on the Great Lakes

WindwardA chronicle of a season spent living on the shores of Lake Michigan and Lake Superior, with wood engravings by Glenn Wolff.
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THE LIVING GREAT LAKES: Searching for the Heart of the Inland Seas

The Living Great Lakes continues to appear on best-seller lists throughout the Great Lakes regionThis award-winning bestseller is Jerry's most popular book. Part adventure story, part history, it tells the story of the Great Lakes during a journey by schooner from Lake Michigan to Maine.
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LEELANAU: A Portrait of Place in Photographs and Text

Leelanau2A coffee-table book celebrating the spectacular "little finger" of Michigan, with photos by the amazing Ken Scott.
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FROM A WOODEN CANOE: Reflections on Canoeing, Camping, and Classic Equipment

FROMAWOODCANOEEssays on some of the finer things in life, from duct tape, to Coleman lanterns, to long-johns, to great moments on the water.
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THE RIVER HOME: An Angler's Explorations

TheRiverHomeAward-winning essays and short stories about life outdoors in Michigan, Montana, Chile and Iceland.
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A PLACE ON THE WATER: An Angler's Reflections on Home

APlaceWaterAVAILABLE AT BOOKSTORES EVERYWHERE St. Martin’s Press, 1993 By Jerry Dennis. Illustrations by Glenn Wolff. READ AN EXCERPT DESCRIPTION A Place on the Water:
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Winter Walks (limited edition)

zWntrWlksSpcl[SOLD OUT] In the cold middle of winter, time slows. It’s true. Every child knows that the hours adjust to our velocity, accelerating as we get busier, slowing when we slow. But how often do we slow?
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