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Idaho Off the Beaten Path" features the things travelers and locals want to see and experience--if only they knew about them. From the best in local dining to quirky cultural tidbits to hidden attractions, unique finds, and unusual locales, "Idaho" Off the Beaten Path" takes the reader down the road less traveled and reveals a side of Idaho that other guidebooks just don't offer.

Seattle Food Crawls is an exciting culinary tour through this vibrant city. Discover hidden gems and long-standing institutions of Seattle. Each crawl is the complete recipe for a great night out, the perfect tourist day, a new way to experience your own city, or simply food porn and great stories to enjoy from home. Eat your way through Pike Place, hit the hottest spots in West Seattle , and eat like a hipster in Capitol Hill. Put on your wal...

The complete story of the tragic loss of the passenger steamer City of Columbus. In the early hours of January 18th, 1884, the majestic steamship ran aground on the treacherous Devil¿s Bridge rocks and reef off the Gay Head Cliffs in Aquinnah, Massachusetts near Marthäs Vineyard. Of the 45 officers and 87 passengers, only 17 crew and 12 passengers made it back to land, making this shipwreck one of the worst ocean disasters of all time. Reporte...

Meet the artisan cheesemakers of Wisconsin and create the very best dishes with local, creamy goodness. Stunning photos and recipes from more than 25 creameries are sure to satisfy every palate.

The essential guide to eating your way through the Windy City.

Charleston is one of the most historically significant cities in the United States. One of the prime attractions of Charleston is the spectacular array of historic buildings spanning a wide variety of architectural styles. From simple pre-Revolutionary-era dwellings to spectacular Italianate, Greek Revival, and Victorian homes, to colonial government buildings, to some of the oldest and most beautiful churches, Charleston's architectural splen...

Reading line: Extraordinary events and notable characters from Oregon¿s past From a volcanic eruption that created the deepest lake in North America to a freighter wreck that took nine years to clean up, It Happened in Oregon looks at intriguing people and episodes from the history of the Beaver State. Meet Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh, the affluent leader of an eastern religious sect that attempted to take over a small town in Oregon to establish...

From the never-ending controversy over the Boston Massacre to the world's first working (sort of) submarine, It Happened in the Revolutionary War looks at intriguing people and episodes that shaped the course of the war.

Wethersfield, the oldest permanent English settlement in Connecticut, enjoys a rich historic heritage. From the small group of people who came in 1634, the Town has grown to an estimated population of 23, 000. Here is the local town history from 1600-1965. Books and published materials about local history are scarce and hard to obtain for study purposes. Our Committee started to write brief monographs to give the students and teachers some inf...

A thoroughly entertaining exploration, this book travels back in time to shed light on the snowman's enigmatic past -- from the present day, in which the snowman reigns as the King of Kitsch, to the Dark Ages, with the creation of the very first snowman. Eckstein's curiosity began playfully enough, but soon snowballed into a (mostly) earnest quest of chasing Frosty around the world, into museums and libraries, and seeking out the advice of lea...

Southern plantations are an endless source of fascination. That¿s no surprise since these palatial homes are rich in history, representing a pivotal time in U.S. history that truly is ¿gone with the wind.¿ With the Civil War literally exploding all around, many of these homes were occupied either by Confederate or Union troops. Today, there are more than thirty plantations open to the public in South Carolina. Plantations and Historic Homes of...

New England and nearby areas in the United States and Canada have a long and storied history of earthquakes that goes back to the times of the earliest exploration and settlement of the region by Europeans. This may come as a surprise to the many people living in the region today who have never felt a local earthquake. Nevertheless, not only is it true, but there is every reason to believe that earthquakes, including some damaging earthquakes,...

Tired of the same old tourist traps? Whether you're a visitor or a local looking for something different, Texas Off the Beaten Path shows you the Lone Start State with new perspectives on timeless destinations and introduces you to those you never knew existed-from the best in local dining to quirky cultural tidbits, hidden attractions, unique finds and unusual locales. So if you've "been there, done that" one too many times, get off the main ...

Food, cooking and restaurants reflect the down-home spirit of Nashville, the people who live there, and their many cultures and cuisines. Culinary traditions here are firm, but there is a dynamic food/dining evolution taking place--from homey mom and pop cafes to chic new eateries. The New Nashville Chef's Table features recipes for the home cook from the city's most celebrated eateries alongside beautiful photography.

Even more than its rich history and comforting cuisine, the four distinct New England seasons of spring, summer, fall, and winter are arguably the region's biggest draw. Each has its own appeal, but it's the change in color, sound, flavor, and temperature that have made New England a true year-round destination. Readers can trust Yankee--the New England experts since 1935--to find the best things to see and experience in New England.

Ever wanted to stay overnight in a fully-furnished concrete teepee? Walk through a prehistoric graveyard of fossilized mammals from the Ice Age? Saddle up a horse for a full-moon trail ride? Visitors will find information on these activities and more detailed in this guide to the Bluegrass State.

Tired of the same old tourist traps? Whether you're a visitor or a local looking for something different, Nebraska Off the Beaten Path shows you the Cornhusker State with new perspectives on timeless destinations and introduces you to those you never knew existed-from the best in local dining to quirky cultural tidbits to hidden attractions, unique finds and unusual locales. So if you've "been there, done that" one too many times, get off the ...

Discover New York history hidden in plain sight. It's the tiny elements of grand buildings that make them truly unique. Millions of people walk past three tiny sculpted rats climbing toward Grand Central every day without even noticing. Billions of feet have stepped over the Barthman clock in the sidewalk at Broadway and Maiden Lane since its installation in 1896 without taking the time to wonder why it's there. Manhattan's Little Secrets is a...

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