Coasting the Mountains: A Guide to Western North Carolina [Paperback]

Judy Barnes (Author), Jolane Edwards (Author), Carolyn Goodloe (Author), Laurel Wilson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 31, 2001

"For me, it captures the character of the western North Carolina mountains." -Winston Groom, author of Forrest Gump Centering on Asheville and trekking out for sixty miles in all directions, this lighthearted, personal guide focuses on all the attractions of the region. Western North Carolina, bordering Virginia, Tennessee, and Georgia, attracts five million visitors annually. This region offers the tourist and resident breathtaking natural beauty, charming shops, restaurants, and accommodations that range from rustic to elegant. The authors point out that many books have been written about this area's waterfalls, parks, biking, rafting, and camping in great detail, but Coasting the Mountains covers what they liked best about everything. ABOUT THE AUTHORS Judy Barnes, Jolane Edwards, Carolyn Lee Goodloe, and Laurel Wilson are all good friends who spend a great deal of their time traveling, so they can attest to the information being provided to their readers. They are also the authors of Coasting: An Expanded Guide to the Northern Gulf Coast . They live in Point Clear, Alabama.

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

"Coasting covers the land that I was thinking about when I wrote Forrest Gump. This great little guidebook is a must for all visitors to the Northern Gulf Coast, as it really does take you through the heart of 'Gumpland.'" --Winston Groom Author of Forrest Gump "Coasting is wonderful, in-depth, and ultracomprehensive. . . . This book would make a wonderful companion publication to my own. . . . I recommend it highly." --Claiborne S. Young Author of Cruising Guide to the Northern Gulf Coast For this, the thoroughly updated fourth edition, the authors stopped at nothing to make Coasting even more comprehensive. On second thought, they stopped at everything. On their sightseeing sojourn, they stopped, sampled, and shopped at every museum, restaurant, and boutique they could find from Waveland, Mississippi, to Carrabelle, Florida. And if you're looking for someplace to stay during your trip, the authors give you insight from their visits to inns, hotels, and bed and breakfasts along the coast. From the natural beauty of the Coastal Birding Trail, to the comfort of Green Oaks Bed and Breakfast, to the delicacies at the Destin Ice House Seafood Market, you'll know where to eat, sleep, and shop (among other things). So, what are you waiting for?

About the Author

Judy Barnes, Jolane Edwards, Carolyn Lee Goodloe, and Laurel Wilson are all good friends who spend a great deal of their time traveling, so they can attest to the information being provided to their readers. They are also the authors of Coasting: An Expanded Guide to the Northern Gulf Coast (pb). They live in Point Clear, Alabama.

Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Pelican Publishing (July 31, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1565548299
• ISBN-13: 978-1565548299
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,308,054 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Key to Unlock the Treasures of the Mountains in N.C., November 5, 2001

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Constance R. Smith (Robertsdale, Al USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Coasting the Mountains: A Guide to Western North Carolina (Paperback)

As a former North Carolina resident, our secret's out. "Coasting the
Mountains" depicts Western North Carolina as a magical place full of the
finest arts and crafts, antiques and an abundance of natural beauty and
outdoor activities. And it is! This guidebook covers a 200 mile
stretch from Murphy to Boone and uncovers lots of hidden treasures along
the way. It's a fun read too, with unusual facts and recipes. My
personal favorite: Kudzu Jelly!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Jaunty Read Even for the Armchair Traveler, October 31, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Coasting the Mountains: A Guide to Western North Carolina (Paperback)

Editorial Review

Call dibs on the shotgun seat as four enthusiastic travelers take you on a lively ride through western North Carolina in "Coasting the Mountains". The authors are friends...whose love of discovery shines through.

Their personal insights validate our enthusiasm for places we've visited and whet our appetites for those we haven't. Scattered throughout the book are recipes gathered during their rambles as well as boxes with notes of interest, little-known facts and insider tips. Plus they steer travelers to the best shopping and antiquing.

"Coasting the Moutains" is thorough and a lot more fun than most guidebooks.
Excerpted from The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
September 16, 2001