Backroads of New England [Lingua Inglese]: Your Guide to Scenic Getaways & Adventures - Second Edition - Brossura

Beckius, Kim Knox

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0760342393 ISBN 13: 9780760342398

Casa editrice: Voyageur Press, 2012

Riassunto

From the sandy shores of Cape Cod to the distinct ridges of Vermont’s Mount Mansfield; from Connecticut’s Quiet Corner to the Kancamagus Highway through the White Mountain National Forest in New Hampshire; and from tiny Lubec, Maine, at the “Beginning of America,” to the “Graveyard of the Atlantic” at Point Judith, Rhode Island, thirty of New England’s most varied and vibrant attractions are presented here, inviting you to explore them. Backroads of New England—written and photographed by local experts—takes you on routes that lead to the region’s most secluded and overlooked natural areas and sites that capture New England’s colorful history. Whether you’re planning a day trip, looking for unusual destinations, or simply wanting to learn more about the locale, Backroads of New England will lead you deep into the soul of New England—beyond the bustling cities and common tourist attractions.

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L'autore:

Kim Knox Beckius' previous books include Backroads of New England and The Everything Guide to New England. Since 1998, she has produced About.com's New England for Visitors web site (gonewengland.about.com), which offers a virtual tour of New England and provides weekly commentary on the region. She lives in Avon, Connecticut. William H. Johnson's work appears in Backroads of New England and in numerous magazines, calendars, cards, and exhibits. He was named Photographer of the Year by the New Hampshire Professional Photographer's Association and has earned several court of honor awards. He lives in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire.William H. Johnson is a native New Englander who lives in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. For more than thirty years, his artistic landscapes have captured the spectacular New England countryside in all seasons. Johnson was the photographer for Backroads of New England and The New England Coast, and his images have appeared in numerous magazines, calendars, cards, exhibits, and advertising campaigns in New England and beyond. He was named Photographer of the Year by the New Hampshire Professional Photographer's Association, among other awards.

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Have you ever wondered what backroad adventures might lie between the sandy shores of Cape Cod and Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner”? Have you explored the “Graveyard of the Atlantic” at Point Judith in Rhode Island or taken a ferry ride across Lake Champlain in Vermont? A celebration of New England’s character and natural beauty, this updated, portable second edition of Backroads of New England—written and photographed by local experts—takes you on thirty routes leading to the area’s most secluded and overlooked natural areas as well as sites that capture New England’s colorful history. You can explore Moose Alley on your way to Dixville Notch, small-town site of the country’s first primary election each year. You can drive the Mohawk Trail on your way to Mount Greylock to get a good look at that beautiful autumn color or visit actor William Gillette’s medieval castle on the banks of the Connecticut River. All these places and more are detailed within, including directions and maps to lead the way. Whether you’re planning a day trip, looking for unusual destinations, or simply want to learn more, Backroads of New England will lead you deep into the soul of New England—beyond the bustling cities and common tourist attractions.

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• Editore: Voyageur Press
• Data di pubblicazione: 2012
• ISBN 10: 0760342393
• ISBN 13: 9780760342398
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 256