Have you driven along historic Route 6 or through the rolling farmlands of Pennsylvania Dutch country and the popular Amish Lancaster County? Have you explored the battlefields of Gettysburg or the disappearing wilderness of the Poconos and the Appalachian mountains? Have you truly experienced the Susquehanna River? A celebration of our state’s beauty, Backroads of Pennsylvania--written and photographed by local experts--takes you on routes covering nearly all corners of the Keystone State: routes that lead you to the state’s most secluded and overlooked natural areas and sites that capture Pennsylvania’s colorful history. Whether you’re planning a day trip, looking for unusual destinations, or simply want to learn more about the region, Backroads of Pennsylvania will lead you deep into the soul of the state—beyond the bustling cities and common tourist attractions. Glenn Davis’s Davis Photographic Specialties focuses on natural history photography and commercial advertising. His photography has appeared in many national publications, including Audubon, National Geographic, and Natural History magazines, Sierra Club calendars, and Hallmark cards.
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Marcus Schneck has written about Pennsylvania, travel, and the outdoors since 1978. Schneck is outdoor editor and environmental contributor at "The Patriot-News" in Harrisburg, and publications director at "Keystone Conservationist" in Camp Hill. He is the author of more than two dozen books, including "Country Towns of Pennsylvania." His work has also appeared in nearly every Pennsylvania-focused magazine, such as "Pennsylvania Magazine," "Northwoods Journal," "Pennsylvania Wildlife," "Keystone Conservationist," and "Pennsylvania Game News." Glenn Davis started Davis Photographic Specialties in 1989, focusing on natural history photography and commercial advertising. Articles on Davis's work have been featured in "Shutterbug," "Commercial Image" magazine, and newspapers. His photography has also appeared in many national publications, including "Audubon," "National Geographic," and "Natural History" magazines, Sierra Club calendars, and Hallmark cards.
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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
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Great photography,
By Dot Trayer (Benezett, Pa) - See all my reviews
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If you are looking for places to drive around PA, this is must have. The photography is amazing. It shows hundreds of places that you can visit on 1 or 2 day drives. It reminds everyone how diverse PA is.
14 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
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Fleshed out with extensive histories of noteworthy sites,
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Part of the outstanding "Pictorial Discover Guides" series from Voyageur Press, Backroads Of Pennsylvania by Marcus Schneck (outdoor editor and environmental contributor for the Harrisburg "Patriot-News") is an intimate travel guide to out-of-the way rustic, historic, and inspirational locales in this great state. Illustrated with both black-and-white and color photographs by Glenn Davis, and fleshed out with extensive histories of noteworthy sites, Backroads Of Pennsylvania is highly recommended for vacationers and will prove thoroughly entertaining reading for armchair travelers as well!
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The photographs in this book are fantastic. Judging by the picture of the photographer in the back he took them with a large format camera, and it shows. A few even seem more realistic than if you were actually there when they were taken.
All in all, the book is money well spent for anyone with a bit of wanderlust and easy access to Pennsylvania.
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The story of northwestern Pennsylvania is largely one of four major natural forces, their impact on the land, and their impact on the people and communities of the region. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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Pennsylvania Highway, State Route, New York, United States, Lake Erie, Pine Creek, Penn State, Susquehanna River, Civil War, Middle Creek, Township Road, Allegheny National Forest, Lake Wallenpaupack, Native Americans, Ohio River, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania Dutch, Cumberland Valley, Delaware Canal, Mail Pouch, Delaware River, Delaware Water Gap, Keystone State, Kings Gap, Pennsylvania Lumber Museum New!
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The story of northwestern Pennsylvania is largely one of four major natural forces, their impact on the land, and their impact on the people and communities of the region. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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Pennsylvania Highway, State Route, New York, United States, Lake Erie, Pine Creek, Penn State, Susquehanna River, Civil War, Middle Creek, Township Road, Allegheny National Forest, Lake Wallenpaupack, Native Americans, Ohio River, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania Dutch, Cumberland Valley, Delaware Canal, Mail Pouch, Delaware River, Delaware Water Gap, Keystone State, Kings Gap, Pennsylvania Lumber Museum New!
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- The Revolutionary War (America at War (Facts on File)) by Louise Minks on page 104
- The New Deal by Gail Stewart on page 121
- Native Americans (Threatened Cultures Series) by James Wilson on page 61
- Environmental Education and Training by Patricia D. Park on page 125
- Country Towns of Pennsylvania: Charming Small Towns and Villages to Explore by Marcus H. Schneck in Back Matter
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