The Polar Bears of Barrow, Alaska

Book excerpt: John decided to begin photographing polar bears and some of his adventures so his grandchildren spread across the country could enjoy them. He also sells polar bear prints to Barrow residents and tourists who visit the U.S.'s most northern city of about 5,000 Eskimo and "tunnuq" (white) residents. "People don't want to buy the photos without the stories that go with them," he found, and that is why this tome of photos and stories was created.