Paul Andrew Hutton’s ‘Undiscovered Country’ and Peter Cozzen’s ‘Deadwood’ examine the nation through separate lenses.

Mapmakers of the 19th century sought to render both the natural and political worlds with clarity and beauty.

"I'm better than I should be," the legendary author told the Chronicle during a video call from his home in New York. "I seem ...

"Sing the 50 United States!" will go on sale June 2, just in time to help celebrate America’s 250th anniversary ...