Outhouses of Alaska - Softcover

"High time someone enshrined the outhouse in Alaska's archives! Perhaps no institution has contributed more to our democratization and development than his humble structure..." -- Jay Hammond, "former governor of Alaska"

"Outhouses of Alaskastories and amusing anecdotes for an entertaining, humorous look at this often-overlookedaspect of life in Alaska. A well-known photographer, Walker has discovered scores ofunusual outhouses throughout Alaska. In this whimsical photo book, he shares his favoritephotos and stories of outhouses in every size, shape, and style.combines the best of Harry M. Walker's outhouse photos with personal5on a narrow ridge of granite, encircled by peaks of the Alaska Range, overlooking RuthMost Scenic--A modest outhouse built by legendary bush pilot Don Sheldon sitsGlacier as it flows down from the Denali massif.5Most Restful--Surrounded by lush colorful flowers and finished with accents ofoak and brass, the McNamaras' outhouse is the perfect place for contemplation.5complete with an antique Las Vegas slot machine, gilded mirrors, display cases full ofMost Unusual--A realization of one man's dream, the Michaels' outhouse comesknick-knacks, glass figurines, ceramic cups, beer cans, books, and a live bird in a cage.5Most Honored--Winner of the Governor's Choice Award as "an outstandingexample of Alaska's unique, colorful, and well-used outhouses," Donna's outhouse hasassumed a coveted place in Alaska history.5on skis are raced in the city of Anchorage.Most Bizarre--Each February wildly decorated custom-built outhouses mounted5stands out against the surrounding green along one of Alaska's busiest highways until it

mysteriously disappears.Most Mysterious--A brightly painted red outhouse with a blazing white star"