Trace the humble beginnings of Route 66 through its formative years to its present rebirth as an international tourist destination. The captivating text offers carloads of legends and lore, as well as miles of stories about the unique characters who have traveled the fabled road. Nostalgic photographs that capture the spirit of the highway's glory days are juxtaposed with modern images by award-winning photographers and tell today's version of Route 66's story. From the road's bustling origin in Chicago to its western terminus at the Pacific Oceans, this beautiful book will guide you through every roadside attraction. So fill your tank, put the top down, and find out what it really means to Get Your Kicks On Route 66!
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I received a few books on Route 66, but this one was by far the best,very down to earth without all
of the hundreds of minute details.
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A visual celebration of the 'mother road' and its momentos,
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Route 66 is one of the most famous American thoroughfares in American history, receiving mention in books, articles, and affectionate reflection across the country, but none are as visually pleasing as Bob Moore's Route 66, a visual celebration of the 'mother road' and its momentos. Color photos trace the route, its colorful roadside attractions and ads, and impart past and present culture.
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I love all Route 66 things. This book it very nice and I really enjoyed it. It makes a nice addition to my collection.
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FOR MOST PEOPLE, Route 66 conjures images of the wide-open spaces of the West, the small town atmosphere of the heartland, and rustic mom and pop cafes, but the start of a Route 66 trip actually begins buried deep in the concrete jungle of downtown Chicago. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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Mother Road, Grand Canyon, New Mexico, Oklahoma City, Los Angeles, Santa Rosa, United States, San Bernardino, Cadillac Ranch, Cline's Corners, Club Cafe, Colorado River, Devil's Elbow, Elk City, Ed's Camp, Harvey House, Meramec Caverns, Mississippi River, Mojave Desert, Munger Moss Motel, Oklahoma Route, The Grapes of Wrath, Wigwam Motel, Bobby Troup, Brad Pitt New!
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FOR MOST PEOPLE, Route 66 conjures images of the wide-open spaces of the West, the small town atmosphere of the heartland, and rustic mom and pop cafes, but the start of a Route 66 trip actually begins buried deep in the concrete jungle of downtown Chicago. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
twin arrows, mother road Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Mother Road, Grand Canyon, New Mexico, Oklahoma City, Los Angeles, Santa Rosa, United States, San Bernardino, Cadillac Ranch, Cline's Corners, Club Cafe, Colorado River, Devil's Elbow, Elk City, Ed's Camp, Harvey House, Meramec Caverns, Mississippi River, Mojave Desert, Munger Moss Motel, Oklahoma Route, The Grapes of Wrath, Wigwam Motel, Bobby Troup, Brad Pitt New!
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- Spirit Of St. Louis by Charles A. Lindbergh on page 10
- Brad Pitt (Penguin Readers, Level 2) by Nancy Taylor on page 69
- The Volkswagen Beetle by David Hodges in Back Matter
- Grand Canyon: The Story Behind the Scenery by L. Greer Price on page 59
- The Grapes of Wrath (Centennial Edition) by John Steinbeck in Front Matter
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