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Unspeakable Awfulness: America Through the Eyes of European Travelers, 1865-1900
Par Kenneth D. Rose. 2013
The late nineteenth century was a golden age for European travel in the United States. For prosperous Europeans, a journey…
to America was a fresh alternative to the more familiar ‘Grand Tour’ of their own continent, promising encounters with a vast, wild landscape, and with people whose culture was similar enough to their own to be intelligible, yet different enough to be interesting. Their observations of America and its inhabitants provide a striking lens on this era of American history, and a fascinating glimpse into how the people of the past perceived one another. In Unspeakable Awfulness, Kenneth D. Rose gathers together a broad selection of the observations made by European travellers to the United States. European visitors remarked upon what they saw as a distinctly American approach to everything from class, politics, and race to language, food, and advertising. Their assessments of the ‘American character’ continue to echo today, and create a full portrait of late-nineteenth century America as seen through the eyes of its visitors. Including vivid travellers’ tales and plentiful illustrations, Unspeakable Awfulness is a rich resource that will be useful to students and appeal to anyone interested in travel history and narratives.Wild Roads Washington: 80 Scenic Drives to Camping, Hiking Trails, and Adventures
Par Seabury Blair. 2012
This choose-your-own-adventure guidebook is the first of its kind to take take the easy hike offroading--and up forest roads into…
the lush landscape of Washington State. Most forest roads in Washington climb almost as high as some of the trails, providing vistas almost as good as those reached by foot. Featuring 75 roads throughout the state, the author outlines hikes off of each route, whether you want to start by foot at the bottom or closer to the peak. Some of these roads are paved and designated Forest Highways, while others are rough, single-lane routes where wildlife and scenery outnumber vehicles.Raw Dog: The Naked Truth About Hot Dogs
Par Jamie Loftus. 2023
Part travelogue, part culinary history, all capitalist critique—comedian Jamie Loftus's debut, Raw Dog, will take you on a cross-country road…
trip in the summer of 2021, and reveal what the creation, culture, and class influence of hot dogs says about America now. Hot dogs. Poor people created them. Rich people found a way to charge fifteen dollars for them. They’re high culture, they’re low culture, they’re sports food, they’re kids' food, they’re hangover food, and they’re deeply American, despite having no basis whatsoever in America's Indigenous traditions. You can love them, you can hate them, but you can’t avoid the great American hot dog. Raw Dog: The Naked Truth About Hot Dogs is part investigation into the cultural and culinary significance of hot dogs and part travelog documenting a cross-country road trip researching them as they’re served today. From avocado and spice in the West to ass-shattering chili in the East to an entire salad on a slice of meat in Chicago, Loftus, her pets, and her ex eat their way across the country during the strange summer of 2021. It’s a brief window into the year between waves of a plague that the American government has the resources to temper, but not the interest. So grab a dog, lay out your picnic blanket, and dig into the delicious and inevitable product of centuries of violence, poverty, and ambition, now rolling around at your local 7-Eleven. New York Times BestsellerKetanji: Justice Jackson's Journey to the U.S. Supreme Court
Par Kekla Magoon. 2023
From two Coretta Scott King Honor winners comes this uplifting picture book biography about Ketanji Brown Jackson, who is making…
history as the first Black woman to serve as a Supreme Court Justice.Ketanji Brown Jackson is no stranger to overcoming obstacles. When a high school guidance counselor told her she should set her sights lower than Harvard, she decided to go to Harvard for college and law school.When she became a public defender and saw inequalities in the justice system, she used her legal skills to advocate for people who needed help, but couldn’t afford an attorney.Ketanji’s path to the Supreme Court was unique: She’s the only current Justice to have been a public defender and one of a few who went to public school. Her story is powerful and heartening, and it’s a lesson in overcoming adversity by being true to yourself.Margaret A. Edwards Award winner, Printz Honor winner, and National Book Award finalist Kekla Magoon and Coretta Scott King honoree Laura Freeman reunite to present a generation of readers with a new inspirational figure.The New Big Book of U.S. Presidents
Par Running Press. 2005
The New Big Book of U.S. Presidents is the perfect introduction for young readers to learn the lives and times…
of America's 45 most influential leaders. Readers can learn about our new president and relive the course of American history through digestible information about each president's term in office and the major political issues of each era, as well as through detailed timelines and historical photographs and illustrations throughout. Quick-reference sidebars provide brief summaries of the major events and important people who emerged during each presidential term.This engaging and enlightening book will be a favorite among children studying U.S. history and who crave fun facts that cannot be found in textbooks!Moon Honolulu & Oahu: Including Honolulu And Waikiki (Moon Handbooks Ser.)
Par Kevin Whitton. 2016
Make Your Escape!The ideal balance between lively metropolis and serene shores, O'ahu is the heartbeat of the Hawaiian Islands. See…
the soul of Hawaii with Moon Honolulu & O'ahu, the travel guide preferred by locals.What you'll find in Moon Honolulu & O'ahu:Expert, local author Kevin Whitton provides an adventurers perspective on his beloved island homeFull-color guides with vibrant, helpful photos, all in an easy-to-navigate formatDetailed directions and over 20 maps for exploring on your ownO'ahu travel itineraries for every trip and budget with options for rainy days, including: O'ahu in Seven Days, Best Beaches, Family Fun, Best Snorkeling and Diving, Hit the Trail, Best Surfing, Historical Sites, Hotspots for HoneymoonersIn-depth coverage for Waikiki, Honolulu, the North Shore, Hanauma Bay and Southeast, Kailua and Windward, and Ko Olina and LeewardHonest advice on finding the best accommodations, accessible transportation, and experiencing the real O'ahuActivities and ideas for every traveler: spot sea turtles as your snorkel the coral reefs, or go whale-watching. Hike, bike, or do yoga on the beach before unwinding at a spa, golfing, or hitting a tennis court. Attend a traditional luau and sample Polynesian cuisine, or visit historic landmarks like Pearl HarborAccurate information, researched by a local, including background on the landscape, plants and animals, history, and cultureHandy tools such as detailed lodging information and suggestions on LGBT+ travel and eco-tourism, all in a book light enough for your beach bagWith Moon Honolulu & O'ahu's practical tips, myriad activities, and local insight on the best things to do and see, you can plan your trip your way. Interested in island hopping? Check out Moon Big Island of Hawai'i, Moon Kaua'i, and Moon Maui. Visiting all the islands? Check out Moon Hawaiian Islands.Fodor's Oahu: with Honolulu, Waikiki & the North Shore
Par Fodor'S Travel Guides. 2017
Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for more than 80…
years. Oahu is the most popular Hawaiian island for travelers, with excellent resorts, beautiful scenery, and extensive opportunities for activities both on the water and on land. This guide covers all the popular areas of the island, including Honolulu, Waikiki, and the North Shore. This travel guide includes: · Dozens of full-color maps plus a handy pullout map with essential information · Hundreds of hotel and restaurant recommendations, with Fodor's Choice designating our top picks · Multiple itineraries to explore the top attractions and what’s off the beaten path · Major sights such as Kailua Beach, Shangri La and Kaena Point · Coverage of Honolulu, Waikiki, Pearl Harbor, Diamond Head, Ko Olina, Hanauma Bay, Haleiwa, the Waimea Valley, the North Shore, and more. Planning to visit more of Hawaii or other islands? Check out Fodor's travel guides to Hawaii, Maui, Kauai, and Big Island of Hawaii.Moon San Juan Islands: Best Hikes, Local Spots, and Weekend Getaways (Travel Guide)
Par Don Pitcher. 2017
'Island time' isn't just for the tropics: Escape to evergreen forests, pebbled shorelines, and the glittering sea with Moon San…
Juan Islands. Inside you'll find:Flexible itineraries like a 4-day best of the islands and a weeklong family camping trip, with coverage of gateway towns such as Anacortes, Whidbey Island, and Bellingham, plus nearby Seattle and VictoriaUnique experiences and can't-miss sights: Picnic on cliffs overlooking the ocean or paddleboard on a tranquil lake. Spot playful orcas and check out the Whale Museum in Friday Harbor. Visit local farms filled with fragrant lavender or fluffy alpaca and sip wine or cider at island vineyards. Savor the flavors of the Pacific Northwest at incredible farm-to-table restaurants, sample oysters fresh from the sea, or browse your way through quirky book stores and funky antique shopsThe best outdoor adventures: Go sea kayaking alongside whales or glide through glimmering nighttime waters during a bioluminescence tour. Set your sights on the islands' marine life, including killer whales, humpback whales, porpoises, and seals, during a whale-watching trip. Sail around the islands or fish for salmon, cod, and halibut. Take a forest hike, spot rare birds, or bike through rolling farm country and along the stunning shorelinesExpert advice from former wilderness ranger Don Pitcher on when to go, how to get around, and where to stay, from romantic B&Bs to stunning campsitesFull-color photos and detailed maps throughoutThorough information on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and historyWith Moon's practical tips and local insight, you can experience the San Juan Islands your way.Hitting the road? Try Moon Pacific Northwest Road Trip. Seeing more of The Evergreen State? Check out Moon Washington or Moon Seattle.The Lobster Lady
Par Alexandra S.D. Hinrichs. 2023
This intriguing picture-book biography tells the true story of Virginia Oliver—the Lobster Lady—who at 102 years old is the oldest…
person lobstering in Maine.Still hauling lobsters at over 100 years old, Virginia Oliver is admired in the state of Maine and beyond. She has been lobstering on and off for over 93 years and is fondly known as the Lobster Lady among locals. Virginia is a native of Rockland, Maine. The Lobster Lady chronicles a day in Virginia's life while illuminating all that she remembers from growing up and starting a family on the mainland in Maine and on her family&’s island, called the Neck. Readers get a sense of Virginia&’s life and an idea of all that goes into lobster harvesting.Lyrically told and beautifully illustrated, The Lobster Lady is a tribute to the incredible life of a Maine icon and female pioneer.The Lobster Lady
Par Alexandra S.D. Hinrichs. 2023
This intriguing picture-book biography tells the true story of Virginia Oliver—the Lobster Lady—who at 102 years old is the oldest…
person lobstering in Maine.Still hauling lobsters at over 100 years old, Virginia Oliver is admired in the state of Maine and beyond. She has been lobstering on and off for over 93 years and is fondly known as the Lobster Lady among locals. Virginia is a native of Rockland, Maine. The Lobster Lady chronicles a day in Virginia's life while illuminating all that she remembers from growing up and starting a family on the mainland in Maine and on her family&’s island, called the Neck. Readers get a sense of Virginia&’s life and an idea of all that goes into lobster harvesting.Lyrically told and beautifully illustrated, The Lobster Lady is a tribute to the incredible life of a Maine icon and female pioneer.The Best American Travel Writing 2000
Par Jason Wilson, Bill Bryson. 2000
The world may be getting smaller, but that doesn't mean it's any less varied, surprising, or exotic--as is made evident…
by the 25 essays collected in the inaugural edition of the Best American Travel Writing series. In search of America's sharpest, most original, and often, most curious travel writers, editor Bill Bryson and series editor Jason Wilson sifted through hundreds of stories. What the resulting collection demonstrates is that, as Wilson writes, travel stories matter: Having a travel writer report on particular things, small things, the specific ways in which people act and interact, is perhaps our best way of getting beyond the clichés that we tell each other about different places and cultures, and about ourselves.Uncle John's Plunges into California: Illustrated Edition (Uncle John's Illustrated Ser.)
Par Bathroom Readers' Institute. 2014
California here we come! Uncle John is taking a full-color plunge into the land of freeways, fun in the sun,…
cable cars, and movie stars.From the redwood forest to the Mexican border, the Pacific coastline to the Mojave Desert, California is the most populous state in the Union and the eighth-largest economy in the world. And what better way to honor America’s most influential state than by devoting an entire Technicolor compendium to the cause? Inside this book, readers will discover obscure history, learn fascinating facts, and meet the unique people who make California so great. So grab your sunglasses, hold on to your gold-miner’s hat, and plunge into the Golden State!Backroads & Byways of Georgia (Second): Drives, Day Trips And Weekend Excursions
Par David B. Jenkins. 2023
A road guide to the Peach State, revised and updated. Georgia’s varying but always lovely landscapes have long made its…
roads some of the most well-travelled and much-loved in the country. This second edition offers 25 revised and updated drives that provide the ultimate sampling of what the state has to offer. Take a ride down through historic Savannah and the Atlantic Coastal Plain in the south, cruise along the Appalachians in the northwest, or catch sight of the sublime Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia’s northeast. Complete with detailed maps, itineraries, and photos to guide you through every route, be prepared for the best road trips of Georgia. Pack the car and be on your way to comfortable accommodations, great food, and southern charm.Lace up your boots and explore the majestic Georgia wilderness with this fully revised and updated guide! Few hikers know…
the North Georgia Mountains as well as Johnny Molloy. In 50 stunning trails, he’ll take you to waterfalls, overlooks, gigantic trees, historic sites, and landmarks such as Tallulah Gorge, Raven Cliff Falls, and the Chattooga River. In a region with an incredible wealth of hiking options, Molloy outlines his picks for the most worthwhile routes, providing options for day, overnight, and multi-day hikes for explorers of every skill level. This fully updated 4th edition of 50 Hikes in the North Georgia Mountains features 5 brand new trails, detailed maps, clear and concise directions, and expert tips for enjoying every moment of your hike—whether you’re looking for sublime mountaintop views, peaceful walks through nature, or your next great challenge. Including full-color photographs and maps, this is the perfect book to help you plan the ultimate Georgia outdoor adventure!Sea and Sardinia (Collected Works Of D. H. Lawrence)
Par D. H. Lawrence. 2015
Renowned author D. H. Lawrence recounts his voyage to Sardinia in this spellbinding travelogue In January of 1921, D. H.…
Lawrence and his wife, Frieda, set out for unspoiled country: the pristine island of Sardinia. For the following nine days, Lawrence fixes his unflinching gaze upon the Mediterranean island, where ancient ruins collide with the detritus of a modernizing society. Blending mythology with historical fact, his account is both lyrical and shrewdly observed. With a keen awareness of the socio-political climate, Lawrence captures a Sardinia that is both timeless and of the moment. This ebook has been professionally proofread to ensure accuracy and readability on all devices.American Notes: For General Circulation (Modern Library Series #Vol. 1)
Par Charles Dickens. 2015
A travelogue detailing Charles Dickens's tour of North America In January of 1842, Charles Dickens and his wife, Kate, traveled…
from Liverpool to Boston. At the time, Dickens had already attained a tremendous level of literary success and fame, and the author hoped his travels would help him gain insight into the New World that had captivated the English imagination. Over the ensuing 6 months, Dickens explored the East Coast and Great Lakes regions of the United States and Canada, observing life on the opposite side of the Atlantic from a distinctly British viewpoint. By turns humorous, critical, witty, and incisive, this travelogue is a unique and keen look at 19th-century North America. This ebook has been professionally proofread to ensure accuracy and readability on all devices.The riveting firsthand account of the historic voyage that led to the theory of evolution When the HMS Beagle set…
sail in 1831, the science of biology was not far removed from the Dark Ages. When the ship returned to England nearly five years later, Charles Darwin had the makings of a theory that would revolutionize our understanding of the natural world. From volcanoes in the Galapagos to the coral reefs of Australia, The Voyage of the Beagle documents the young naturalist's encounters with some of the earth's most stunning features. Darwin's observations of the people, places, and events he experienced make for compelling reading and offer a fascinating window into the intellectual development of his ideas about natural selection. A brilliant travelogue and a revealing glimpse into the Victorian mindset, The Voyage of the Beagle is an indispensable companion volume to On the Origin of Species. This ebook has been professionally proofread to ensure accuracy and readability on all devices.Destinations of a Lifetime
Par National Geographic. 2015
National Geographic takes you on a photographic tour of the world's most spectacular destinations, inspiring tangible ideas for your next…
trip. Hundreds of the most breathtaking locales--both natural and man-made--are illustrated with vivid images taken by the organization's world-class photographers. These images, coupled with evocative text, feature a plethora of visual wonders: ancient monoliths, scenic islands, stunning artwork, electric cityscapes, white-sand seashores, rain forests, ancient cobbled streets, and both classic and innovative architecture. Loaded with hard service information for each location, Destinations of a Lifetime has it all: when to go, where to eat, where to stay, and what to do to ensure the most enriching and authentic experience.From the Hardcover edition.Freedom! The Story of the Black Panther Party
Par Jetta Grace Martin, Joshua Bloom, Waldo E. Martin Jr.. 2022
There is a saying: knowledge is power. The secret is this. Knowledge, applied at the right time and place, is…
more than power. It's magic.That's what the Black Panther Party did. They called up this magic and launched a revolution.In the beginning, it was a story like any other. It could have been yours and it could have been mine. But once it got going, it became more than any one person could have imagined.This is the story of Huey and Bobby. Eldridge and Kathleen. Elaine and Fred and Ericka.The committed party members. Their supporters and allies. The Free Breakfast Program and the Ten Point Program. It's about Black nationalism, Black radicalism, about Black people in America.From the authors of the acclaimed book, Black Against Empire: The History and Politics of the Black Panther Party, and introducing new talent Jetta Grace Martin, comes the story of the Panthers for younger readers—meticulously researched, thrillingly told, and filled with incredible photographs throughout. Freedom! The Story of the Black Panther Party.Hidden History of Cape Cod (Hidden History)
Par Theresa Mitchell Barbo. 2015
The salty waves and sandy beaches of Cape Cod disguise its fascinating and nearly forgotten history. From Provincetown to Falmouth,…
the Cape's fifteen towns offer a plethora of hidden and enchanting tales. Learn why one of the most famous rescues in Coast Guard history spent nearly fifty years in the shadows without public notice. Discover which wild creature went from the nineteenth-century soup pot to enjoying conservation protection under state law. Historian Theresa Mitchell Barbo explores these mysteries and more, from the lost diary of a nineteenth-century schoolteacher to the reason Cape Codders call their lunch "the noontime dinner." Join Barbo as she lifts the lid on the quirky and remarkable character of Cape Cod and its forgotten happenings.