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Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"After a decade abroad, the National Book Award--and Pulitzer Prize--winning writer Evan Osnos returns to three places he has lived in the United States-Greenwich, CT; Clarksburg, WV; and Chicago, IL--to illuminate the origins of America's political fury"--
Author
Language
English
Description
"Does George Washington still matter? The bestselling author argues for his unique contribution to the forging of America by retracing his journey as a new President through the former colonies, now an unsure nation. A new first-person voice for Philbrick, weaving history and personal reflection into one narrative. When George Washington became president in 1798, the United States of America was still a loose and quarrelsome confederation and a tentative...
Author
Language
English
Description
With wit, heartwarming stories and a keen insight into new and exciting ways to see both the past and the future of the country, the actor, writer and woodworker takes a literary journey to America's frontier to celebrate the people and landscape that have made it great.
Publisher
Fodor's Travel
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Whether you want to hike through the jaw-dropping scenery of Acadia, see rare wildlife and natural wonders in Yellowstone, or go river-rafting in the Grand Canyon, the local Fodor's travel experts in all the National Parks are here to help! Fodor's Complete Guide to the National Parks of the USA is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time."--from...
Author
Publisher
Little A
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"After a decade as an assistant to high-powered LA executives, Emily Pennington left behind her structured life and surrendered to the pull of the great outdoors. With a tight budget, meticulous routing, and a temperamental minivan she named Gizmo, Emily embarked on a yearlong road trip to sixty-two national parks, hell-bent on a single goal: getting through the adventure in one piece. She was instantly thrust into more chaos than she'd bargained...
Author
Series
Publisher
Diplomat Books
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"Take flight with the adventurous Robin as she travels throughout the USA. Fly over towering skyscrapers and across gigantic bridges and historic landmarks. Have fun exploring and discovering all the wonderful cultures and traditions this land has to offer. Through all of her adventures, Robin connects with local people and places to discover their culture, history and why they are unique.
Author
Series
Geronimo Stilton volume 37
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2009, c2006.
Language
English
Description
Geronimo Stilton participates in the Race Across America on his bicycle with his friend Bruce Hyena.
Author
Publisher
Grand Central Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Formats
Description
When Broad City star Abbi Jacobson announced that she planned to drive across the country alone, she was met with lots of questions and opinions. Why wasn't she going with friends? Wouldn't it be incredibly lonely? The North route is better! Was it safe for a woman? The Southern route is the way to go! You should bring mace! And a common one: Why? But Abbi had always found comfort in solitude and needed space to step back and hit the reset button....
12) National parks
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of every US national park--from Acadia to Yosemite. See what makes each park so spectacular--explore natural wonders, discover amazing wildlife, and experience cultural treasures in this guide full of facts and packed with maps."--
Publisher
Fodor's Travel, a division of MH Sub I, LLC, dba Internet Brands
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Helps travelers plan road trips across the United States from wine country in the Northwest and Route 66 to New Mexico's Trail of the Ancients and the Blue Ridge Parkway with expert tips, epic sites and good eats.
Author
Series
Langosh and Peppi volume 2
Publisher
Conundrum Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"As Langosh and Yeva embark on an epic cross-country journey, they discover that old wounds--and differing personal experiences--have begun to threaten their close-knit friendship. The landscape of America creates a constantly evolving backdrop to their emotional voyage. As they explore big cities, small towns, prairies and mountains, Langosh opens up to Yeva about his experience of police brutality, and the stark difference between how they respond...
19) Carsick
Author
Publisher
Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
The visual artist behind such cult films as "Hairspray" traces his haphazard cross-country hitchhiking journey at the sides of a motley group of unsuspecting drivers, including a gentle farmer, an indie band, and the author's unexpected hero. --Publisher's description.
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
When Miss Norma was diagnosed with uterine cancer, she decided not to confine herself to a hospital bed for what could be her last stay. At ninety years old she took off on a cross-country journey with three professional nomads: her retired son Tim, his wife Ramie, and their standard poodle Ringo. In their thirty-six-foot RV this once timid woman said 'yes' to living in the face of death, found her health improving, and strengthened bonds with her...
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