Jon Klusmire's Books

Created by local writers and photographers, Compass American Guides are the ultimate insider's guides, providing in-depth coverage of the history, culture and character of America's most spectacular destinations. Covering everything there is to see and do as well as choice lodging and dining, these gorgeous full-color guides are perfect for new and longtime residents as well as vacationers who want a deep understanding of the region they're visiting. Outstanding color photography, plus a wealth of archival images Topical essays and literary extracts Detailed color maps Great ideas for things to see and do Capsule reviews of hotels and restaurants About the Author Jon Klusmire was born in Aspen and raised in numerous towns up and down the Roaring Fork and Colorado River Valleys. He received a degree in history from Western State College in Gunnison, Colorado, and started his journalism career as a reporter for the Weekly Newspaper in Glenwood Springs, later to become its editor. He is currently editor-in-chief of Trilogy, a national magazine focusing on the connections between recreation, the enviroment, and industry and technology. Klusmire is also a regional correspondent for the Rocky Mountain News and Colorado Business magazine; he writes a regular weekly column for the Aspen TImes and has been listed in Who's Who in the West. His freelance work has appeared in such publications as the High Country News, the Los Angeles Times, and National Catholic Reporter. About the Photographer Paul Chesley has been a freelance photographer with the National Geographic Society since 1975, traveling regularly throughout Europe and Asia. He was recently honored by the inclusion of his work in the Society's first major exhibition, "The Art of Photography at National Geographic: A 100 Year Retrospective" at the Corcoran Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. Solo exhibitions of his work have appeared in museums in London, Tokyo, and New York; and his photographic essays are regularly featured in such magazines as LIFE, Fortune, Bunte, Paris Match, and Connoisseur. Over the past six years he has participated in ten Day in the Life projects. He currently resides in Aspen.

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