Author Description

The San Juan Island archipelago is a collection of 172 islands beloved for their remoteness, tranquility, scenery, and wildlife. This beautiful and informative giftbook offers an intimate and memorable portrait of the islands, one of the Northwest's most popular destinations. Mark Gardner's stunning and serene images depict both the familiar-- ferry crossings, Roche harbor, and orca whales-- and the surprising, such as uninhabited islands, red fox, and old-growth forest. An essay highlights the human and natural history of the islands, and royalties from sales of the book with support the non-profit group Friends of the San Juan Islands.