Richly photographed and information-packed tools for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, BASIC ILLUSTRATED books distill years of knowledge into affordable and visual guides. Whether youre planning a trip of thumbing for facts in the field, the BASIC ILLUSTRATED series shows you what you need to know.About the Author:Eli Burakian is an outdoor enthusiast, professional photographer, and writer, whose previous published works include Moosilauke: Portrait of a Mountain and numerous Knack series books. Currently the college photographer for Dartmouth College,