Chris Cockburn, the main character in the novel The Song Is Ended, is eight years older. He buys a 1970 Honda CB750, Candy Ruby Red, and sets off on a trip from North Dakota to New Orleans and back. He meets bikers, waitresses, gas station attendants, preachers, pimps, prostitutes and policemen, the common people of America, as well seeing some places significant in the cultural history of the United States. More importantly, he discovers a theme over one hundred and thirty years old that, if adopted, could enhance the moral fiber of American life.
In this captivating travel book, we invite you on an unforgettable journey along historic Route 66. Route 66, also known as the "Main Street of America," stretches for an impressive 3,940 kilometers (2,448 miles) and passes through eight U.S. states. It stretches from Chicago, Illinois, in the east to Santa Monica, California, in the west. This iconic highway has a rich history dating back to 1926 and has contributed to the culture and identity of the United States. As you flip through the pages of this book, you'll be immersed in the history, culture, and nature along Route 66. You'll discover the fascinating stories and events that unfolded along this historic trail, from the Dust Bowl migrants in the 1930s to the blues musicians who played their music in the jukeboxes of diners along the route. Our guide will take you through the eight states crossed by Route 66: Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California. You'll explore Route 66 highlights and landmarks in each state, including historic towns, landmarks, national parks, and iconic diners. Learn about the unique culture and hospitality of the people along Route 66 as you drive through charming small towns and iconic metropolises. Whether you're planning a classic road trip or simply want to immerse yourself in the history and culture of Route 66, this book will provide you with valuable information, insider tips, and inspiring stories. Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime on Route 66, where the road itself becomes the narrator and you are immersed in the history and beauty of America.
Insight Guides: all you need to inspire every step of your journey. From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this is all you need to plan your trip and experience the best of the USA on the Road, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like the Grand Canyon and New York City, and hidden cultural gems like Savannah and the Olympic Peninsula. · Insight Guides USA on the Road is ideal for travellers seeking immersive cultural experiences, from exploring San Francisco, to discovering Niagara Falls · In-depth on history and culture: enjoy special features on New Orleans and Baltimore, all written by local experts · Invaluable maps, travel tips and practical information ensure effortless planning and encourage venturing off the beaten track · Inspirational colour photography throughout - Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books · Inventive design makes for an engaging, easy reading experience About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.
Professional traveler Jamie Jensen traveled more than 400,000 miles to bring you the best-selling guide Road Trip USA. In this expanded tour of the Great Northern, Jamie takes you from the Pacific port of Seattle to the breathtaking Acadia National Park. Following US-2 through wide-open spaces, Road Trip USA: The Great Northern, Highway 2 highlights major cities, obscure towns, popular attractions, roadside curiosities, historic sites, and oddball trivia, covering every aspect of this gorgeous trek across America. Exit the interstates and “get away from it all” on US-2 with Road Trip USA: The Great Northern, Highway 2.
Volume 1 of 4. Being an Outline of the Development in Modes of Travel from Archaic Vehicles of Colonial Times to the Completion of the First Transcontinental Railroad: the Influence of the Indians on the Free Movement and Territorial Unity of the White Race: the Part Played by Travel Methods in the Economic Conquest of the Continent: and those Related Human Experiences, Changing Social Conditions and Governmental Attitudes which Accompanied the Growth of a National Travel System.
