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Des vagues et des ailes

photographies aériennes des Îles de la Madeleine

by (photographer) George Fischer

Publisher
George Fischer
Initial publish date
Aug 2021
Category
Quebec, Regional, Aerial
  • Hardback

    ISBN
    9781771084598
    Publish Date
    Aug 2021
    List Price
    $39.95

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Description

Soar over thousands of kilometres of intricately sculpted earth in Wings Over Waves, where the thundering winds and waters of the Gulf of the Saint Lawrence have shaped the perplexing beaches and cliff faces of Les Îles de la Madeleine. Travel this archipelago labyrinth off the eastern shores of Québec through the revealing lens of George Fischer, renowned Canadian photographer.

See within these pages impossibly complex land formations braided with drifting dunes and twisting waterways, all from teetering altitudes. Rise above grassy plains and bustling marinas, to the quiet fishing villages nestled in the island clefts.

The artful composition of these photographs explores the unique aquaculture of Les Îles in a new way that even the most air-travelled adventurer won't want to miss. Gain a new perspective on pristine Madelinot landscapes and seascapes. Dip your toes into adventure with the feeling of dangling your feet over the ocean around Les Îles.

Des vagues et des ailes or Wings Over Waves is a bilingual book written in French and English.

About the author

George Fischer is one of Canada's most renowned and prolific landscape photographers. His unique style has been recognized around the world. He has provided photography and editorial content for promotional literature published by tourist boards and international tour operators. George's work has appeared on the covers of magazines and newspapers worldwide as well as websites and ad campaigns for hundreds of companies. And he has produced more than 65 photographic books. In November 2017, George received the Ontario Tourism Award of Excellence in Photography. Among his major accomplishments is the book, Canada: 150 Panoramas, which was on the best-seller list at Chapters/Indigo and quickly sold out of its first printing. In 2007, Unforgettable Canada was on The Globe and Mail's bestseller list and has sold over 75,000 copies. It is now in its third printing. George is also recognized for his worldwide collection of more than 50 art posters and unique art prints created for various companies, hospitals and private collectors. An avid outdoor adventurer, George has hiked Machu Picchu in Peru and in Bolivia cycled what is dubbed "the world's most dangerous road." He has summited Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Gokyo Ri in the Himalayas and Torres del Paine in Chile. In Iceland, he hiked to raise funds for the Arthritis Society of Canada. And this Toronto Canada resident has now set his sights on canoeing the Nahanni River in the Northwest Territories.

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