National Geographic Partners, 2019. — 288 p. — ISBN: 978-1-426216-90-4. This richly illustrated book from the travel experts at National Geographic showcases the best travel experiences in every state, from the obvious to the unexpected. Sites include national parks, beaches, hotels, Civil War battlefields, dude ranches, out-of-the-way museums, and more. You'll discover the...
Fodor's, 2014. — 376 p. — ISBN: 0804142084. There's history and culture around every bend in Boston — skyscrapers nestle next to historic hotels while modern marketplaces line the antique cobblestone streets. The city that blends yesterday and today has much to offer, and with this updated Fodor's Gold Guide, first-time visitors, as well as returning tourists, will discover all...
HUNTER PUBLISHING 2003 - 305 p. - ISBN: 1-58843-319-6. What is it about small towns? Do they remind us of where we grew up, or perhaps where we wish we had? Bill and I both grew up in small towns. We met in a small town, we now live in one in Virginia, and we’ve spent most of our 10 years together exploring places where we can avoid crowds. Our home in Gloucester, Virginia, is...
Parkway Publishers, Inc., 2007 — 250 p. — ISBN: 978-1933251448. In A Walk Atop America, Douglas Butler chronicles his quest to scale the highest geographical point in each of the 50 United States. Some state summits were easy Florida's highest point is a 345-foot-high sandy knoll; Delaware's is a suburban intersection. Other peaks tested Butler's stamina and resolve....
Menasha Ridge Press, 2008 — 224 p. — ISBN: 978-0897326216. Although New England contains three of the four most densely populated states in the country, there are still numerous natural sites to be explored in this beautiful area, and this detailed guide catalogs the most unique and scenic mountains. From Mount Katahdin in Maine to the peaks above the coastline, the finest...
9th ed. — Colorado Mountain Club, 2017 — 336 p. — ISBN: 978-1937052331. The official Colorado Trail guide for thru-hikers, day hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians. Detailed information for the entire Colorado Trail, including five new chapters for the 80-mile Collegiate West trail addition. Updated color maps with trail and milepoint overlays. The Colorado Trail is...
Hunter Publishing, 2005. - 336 p. ISBN: 1588435091 Need information while you're on the go? Tired of guidebooks that don't fit in your pocket? We hear you. If you're visiting for just a week or two, perhaps you don't need the in-depth history section or geographical details that can make a book cumbersome. Check out this brand new series of portable travel guides designed to be...
Visible Ink Press, 2016. — 515 p. — ISBN: 978-1578596058. How did colonies, territories, and land purchases shape the United States of America? What differences — and similarities — are there between the states? What does each state bring to the union? From sea to shining sea, The Handy State-by-State Answer Book: Faces, Places, and Famous Dates for All Fifty States explores...
DK Publishing, 2020. — 256 p. A celebration of the beauty, history, and culture of America's National Parks. The USA's national parks truly are places of wonder: staggering landscapes of jaw-dropping dimensions and incredible diversity where you can stand on the very edge of civilization. They are the earth's breathing spaces; precious places to conserve nature and wildlife for...
33rd Edition. — Random House LLC, 2019. — 720 p. — ISBN: 1640971246. Written by locals, Fodor's New England is the perfect guidebook for those looking for insider tips to make the most out their visit. Complete with detailed maps and concise descriptions, this New England travel guide will help you plan your trip with ease. Join Fodor's in exploring one of the most exciting...
W. W. Norton & Company, 2018. — 272 p. — ISBN: 978-0393248852 (hardcover), ISBN: 978-0393248869 (ebook). A quest to rediscover America’s other border — the fascinating but little-known northern one. America’s northern border is the world’s longest international boundary, yet it remains obscure even to Americans. The northern border was America’s primary border for centuries —...
National Geographic Society, 2016. — 496 p. — ISBN: 978-1-426217-51-7. National Geographic's flagship, best-selling guide covers all 59 national parks in the U.S. for nature and outdoor lovers everywhere. Intensive on-the-ground research, 300 photos and 80 colorful maps complete the extraordinary package. Practical and comprehensive coverage includes engaging, individual park...
Menasha Ridge Press, 2017. — 216 p. — ISBN: 978-1634040921 (paperback), ISBN: 978-1634040938 (ebook). Whether you’re a novice or an experienced adventurer, North Carolina offers a variety of outdoor pursuits to enjoy — from camping in Pisgah National Forest to canoeing down the Nantahala River and hiking in the Croatan National Forest. There’s no need to spend hours researching...
Moon Travel, 2018. — 700 p. — (Travel Guide). — ISBN: 978-1640492790. They've been dubbed America's best idea for a reason: get inspired, get outdoors, and discover the wild beauty of the United States with Moon USA National Parks. Inside you'll find: Coverage of all 59 national parks, from the misty mountains of the east and the redwoods of the west, to the glaciers of Alaska...
Quarry Books, 2020. — 276 p. — ISBN13: 978-0253049483. Jake McCandless, a lover of small towns and adventures, traveled the state in search of amazing local experiences to share this treasure trove of what you can find in often-overlooked towns across Missouri. Featured are 90 sparkling gems found in all four of the state's geographical regions — the Northern Prairie, the...
National Geographic Society, 2009. — 352 p. — ISBN: 978-1-426204-57-4. Countless travel books display some aspect or region of America, but USA 101 stitches together a whole crazy quilt of iconic places, events, fairs, and festivals that celebrates our country in all its quirky diversity. Whoever you are, wherever you’re going, whatever you like to do, it’s here somewhere. And...
2013. — 194 p. Spanning nearly three decades of John Muir’s work and showing the great conservationist author at his best, this collection of two dozen magazine articles and letters focuses on his travels to the lakes, canyons, and mountains of the American West, including the Great Salt Lake, the San Gabriel Mountains, Mount Rainer, and the Grand Canyon.
Falcon Guides, 2015. — 368 p. — ISBN: 978-0762784950 (paperback), ISBN: 978-1493014361 (ebook). Climbing Colorado’s Mountains covers 100 peaks in Colorado across a range of abilities, including 12ers, 13ers, and 14ers. This guide includes detailed hike and climb descriptions, miles and maps, and color photos with ascent and descent routes for the most popular peaks in the...
University of Nebraska Press, 2015. — 240 p. — ISBN: 978-0803290143 (hardcover), ISBN: 978-0803286429 (EPUB), ISBN: 978-0803286436 (MOBI), ISBN: 978-0803286443 (web). On his seventieth birthday in 1909, a slim man with a shock of white hair, a walrus mustache, and a spring in his step faced west from Park Row in Manhattan and started walking. By the time Edward Payson Weston...
2nd Edition. — Countryman Press, 2016. — 268 p. — (Backroads & Byways). — ISBN: 9781581573503. Montana attracts visitors from around the world who come to see the state's magnificent mountains, glistening rivers, vast horizons, and cowboy culture. With Backroads & Byways of Montana as your guide, you'll see and experience it all. Explore some of America's most spectacular...
Очерци. — Ориг. загл.: Земля за океаном. — Прев. от руски Атанас Георгиев, Николай Боев. — 2 изд. — София: Земиздат, 1980. — 368 p.: с ил. Текстът е разпознат. Двама съветски журналисти, майстори на перото, тръгват с автомобил из САЩ. Целта на пътуването им е да се запознаят с някои от най-известните природни забележителности на страната, да посетят райони, пострадали от...
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