The spectacular photographs of Lisl Dennis, paired with husband Landt Dennis's vivid prose, bring the wonder and magic of the Southwest alive in this homage to two very different New Mexican towns linked by a shared history. No ordinary photographic memoir, this panoramic paean to Santa Fe and Taos captures the fascinating life of these immensely popular and intriguing destinations, from Christmas street plays to summer art fairs, from a lively, cosmopolitan theater and opera scene to traditional Indian dancing at the pueblos. For residents, thousands of annual visitors, and Southwest enthusiasts alike, Santa Fe and Taos embodies the creative spirit, dramatic landscapes, and unique attraction of the High Country.