Travel Guides and Books

THE BOOK SHELF

Travel Books Closeout

Route 66 | Travel | Treasure | Vintage Magazines | BOOK SALE

Heartland - Prairie Portraits and Landscapes by Ottmar Biergwagon & Mark Abley

Writer Mark Abley describers this collection of photographs of Ottmar Bierwagen. Includes 99 color plates which present the grit and beauty of Canada's prairies and foothills, and of their people. Rich and appealing in form and color, his photographs are also revealing and evocative of the people and places they portray -- from a small town main street, to an open, rolling wheat field, to a rowdy crowd ad the chuckwagon races. Used, very good condition, hard back.

The Don't Sweat Guide to Travel by Richard Carlson

Travel can be stressful, perhaps more so now than ever before. Yet there are many simple yet incredibly effective ways to avoid becoming overly anxious about both business trips and vacations. With a bit more planning - as well as more mindfulness about one's approach to travel - taking trains, planes, and automobiles can become a much more benign, even pleasurable experience. The Don't Sweat Guide to Travel is the perfect book for those who want to experience more joy and less worry, every time they leave home. Soft cover.

National Park Service Camping Guide by William C. Herow
The National Park Service Camping Guide provides detailed information on over 400 campgrounds in 118 National Park Service areas. Contact information, including e-mail address, for each NPS area is provided. A brief summary, including any entrance fee charged, follows the contact information. Visitor center locations are also noted so you can obtain maps and brochures. Following all that are the campground listings.

Guide to the National Wildlife Refuges by Laura Riley

For travelers interested in seeking out wild animals without having to enter the deep wilderness, there is no better resource than this. It will guide you to some 225 federal preserves across the United States, from Rhode Island's postage-stamp-sized Ninigret to Alaska's 19.5 million-acre Arctic reserves, both homes to a wide range of wildlife. Laura and William Riley, who helped found the Raptor Trust in the 1970s, have an easygoing style that balances their sometimes overwhelmingly exhaustive cataloging of the nation's wild creatures. Their useful book ought to make a lot of readers head for the nearest wildlife refuge--every state has at least one--and take a look for themselves. Softcover, 684 pages.

Escape to the American Desert by Catherine Karnow and David Lansing

This book will inspire and guide you as you plan your American Desert getaway. Explore sagebrush canyons and ghost towns or leave your footprints in a sea of pure sand. Each of the 17 experiences and sights it highlights are illustrated in 135 luscious full-color photographs. The planning section tells you all about costs, lodging options, how to get there, and more, and a detailed map shows you what's where. Escape to the American Desert is lovely enough to treasure as a dream book, yet durable enough to withstand the rigors of travel, so keep this book by your bedside to sweeten your dreams, or pop it into your tote bag when you hit the road. And get ready for the trip of a lifetime.

Small Town Escapes by National Geographic

America's most enticing small towns promise idyllic getaways in places that time forgot - from colonial villages to Old West towns to sunny pueblos to salt-sprayed fishing hamlets. Plan the perfect escape in 77 of America's best small towns, where you can visit antique shops or museums, take a hike, go birding, savor local cuisine, sleep on a feather bed, or simply rock away the afternoon on a breezy verandah. Descriptive essays by National Geographic travel writers capture the essence of each town. Detailed practical information highlights inns and B&Bs, restaurants, annual events, and must-see local and nearby sights. Brilliant color photos show off the towns' unique qualities, and easy-to-use, full-color maps make finding these special places. easy.

The Worlds Last Mysteries by Reader's Digest

Many world mysteries remain, despite the pace of modern discoveries. This book delves into the mysteries of the world, some of which have been solved by science and others that remain an enigma as man continues the hunt for truth. Beautifully illustrated with lots of pictures. Hardback, published in 1978. Only one copy available.

Unique Colorado - A Guide to the State's Quirks, Charisma, and Character by Sarah Lovett

Unique Colorado reveals the personalities of the state's cities and villages -- from the frontier town of Leadville to the vibrant city of Denver. Discover ghost towns and gold mines, hot springs to soak in and icy paths to climb, wineries and festivals to suit all stripes. The book explores the culture, cuisine, art and history that give the Centennial State its wide-open, Western appeal.

Kansas City – An Intimate Portrait by Hallmark Cards

This book is a love song to Hallmark's home city as only Hallmark could sing it. Lavishly illustrated with both color photos and art and early black and whites pictures. Traces the town's history from pioneer times and shows off its contemporary delights. Great gift idea for someone who loves Kansas City. A beautiful book. Hardcover. Copyright, 1973. Used, fair condition, paper book cover is torn.

Washington Trivia by John Hedtke

Known for Seattle's Space Needle, spectacular mountains, computers, and outdoor adventure, the state of Washington is celebrated in Washington Trivia. Here the reader can find out what city in Washington elects an official grouch each year, what started the Spokane fire of 1889, and for what wrongdoing the first automobile owner in Clark County was cited.

Old Man River and Me by Mark Knudsen and Shawn Plank

The largest difference between this travelogue and, say, Life on the Mississippi or the adventures of Tom and Huck is the straightforward approach adventurer Knudsen takes. Mark Twain's works are more filled with fantasy and adventure, but Knudsen, who built an 18-foot flat-bottom boat himself and headed downstream from Minnesota, absorbed the sights, sounds, and smells of such cities as St. Louis and Memphis. Some negotiating of the river was trying (it wasn't just about going around bends and avoiding islands), but the hospitality Knudsen received along the river is unmatched. Nice people offered him food, a shower, and provisions along the way, although he does receive an ominous warning about "Cajun justice" while in Missouri.

SALE - New - $2.95 (Retails for $12.95) Item #bk259 Domestic U.S.*

Family Fun Vacation Guide - Southwest by Kathryn Hopper

Together your family can pan for gold in Breckendridge, Colorado, ride a train to the Grand Canyon, step inside a beehive at the Children's Museum of Denver, tiptoe through a ghost town in New Mexico, and much, much more. this family tested guide delivers America's hidden gems where you can have fun and learn along the way.

Forgotten Edens by Frans Lanting and Christine K. Eckstrom

Journey to faraway corners of the art for an intimate portrait of some the world's most spectacular wild places. From the steamy rain forests of the Asian tropics to the frigid seas surrounding Antarctica, join photographer Frans Lanting and writer Chris Eckstrom on a natural history odyssey to five diverse and remote wilderness areas that reveal "what nature is capable of on a grand scale." Used/Collectible, very good condition.

Rocky Mountain Adventures by Fraser Bridges
Travelers know they can trust the Road Trip Adventures guides when they get off the beaten track. These are great for anyone traveling by car or motor home who's ready to explore beautiful North America. These guides contain maps, directions, walks no one should miss, swimming, fishing, picnic spots, and recommended lodging, restaurants, and pubs. New - softback.

Roadtripping USA: The Complete Coast-to-Coast Guide to America by Let's Go, Inc. - Let's Go hits the open road to rediscover the classic American road trip, offering firsthand advice, budget-savvy tips, and plenty of local flavor to boot. This edition includes: Eight classic cross-country road trip routes. Candid listings of hundreds of places to eat, sleep, drink, and feel like a local. Reliable maps and directions to help you get between and around U.S. cities. Insider tips on traveling cheap and how to find vegetarian food everywhere. The best American regional cuisine, from California’s avocados to Maine’s lobster to Louisiana’s oyster po’boys. Quirky coverage of off-the-beaten path America, from Stonehenge II to the World’s Largest Catsup Bottle. Music recommendations to keep you bumpin’ from Woodstock, NY to Atlanta, GA.

Small World by Brad Herzog

Small World is acclaimed travel writer Brad Herzog's unique tribute to the Land of the Free, featuring a world of stories culled along America's highways and byways. From Rome ( Oregon ) to Athens (New York), from Moscow (Maine) to Mecca (California), Herzog embarks on a fascinating journey into the nooks and crannies of the nation -- tiny towns struggling to live up to their grandiose names. Shattering the notion that distance alone translates to wonder, this perpetual traveler probes everything from the dark history of Congo (Ohio) to the residue of slavery along the great river in Cairo (Illinois).

Also See: Route 66 Books and Guides

*Shipping is calculated per book, should you order multiple books, we will provide a

refund if shipping is less than charged.

International Orders: Please Email us as we will have to calculate shipping.

Return to Books & Guides