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In his concise, richly detailed memoir My Sixty Years on the Plains, fur-trapper W. T. Hamilton - also known as "Wildcat Bill"-gives the listener a first-hand account of life outdoors in the Old West. From trailblazing to trading with Indians, Hamilton relates how a mountain man relied on his wits and specialized knowledge in order to survive the inhospitable environments.

A city equal parts darkness and hope. A scarred city. An often violent one. But a resilient city, too. That's our Memphis. Like many cities we have a namesake - in Egypt, Men-nefer became Menfe became Memphis, enduring and beautiful, on the banks of the Nile. Centuries later, another continent, another people, another river: Memphis, Tennessee, the soul of the Mississippi Delta, was formed.

Alaska, the country on the edge of the Arctic. Dream destination for animal and nature lovers who follow the call of the fascinating wilderness. The land of bears, glaciers, pioneers and gold seekers on the northern tip of the American continent. In Vancouver, the pearl of Canada on the Pacific Ocean, an extraordinary boat trip begins along the Alexander Archipelago to the Gulf of Alaska. A charming metropolis with a European flair.

The west of North America has a lot of contrasting sights to offer, such as the glittering world of Hollywood and wonderful natural landscapes. This trip gives unique and amazing impressions: Indian rock settlements, exciting salt deserts or volcanic areas. Los Angeles is synonymous with Hollywood, to which the city owes its worldwide fame. The Sidewalk of Fame is covered with brass stars bearing the names of famous people from past and present. Universal Studios are the largest and most active film and television studios in the world.