""Route 66 Locations"" takes readers on an illuminating journey along America's most iconic highway, exploring the rich tapestry of historical landmarks, cultural attractions, and urban developments that define the ""Mother Road."" This comprehensive guide delves into the evolution of Route 66 from its inception to its decommissioning, examining its profound impact on American culture and geography. The book follows the geographic path of Route 66 from Chicago to Los Angeles, offering a unique temporal perspective on each significant location. It combines historical analysis with current status reports and future outlooks, providing readers with a holistic view of the highway's place in American history. From the rise and fall of roadside businesses to the influence on migration patterns, ""Route 66 Locations"" paints a vivid picture of how this iconic route shaped 20th-century America and continues to captivate imaginations today. What sets this book apart is its interdisciplinary approach, blending elements of urban planning, sociology, and economics to present a nuanced understanding of Route 66's cultural significance. By examining preservation efforts and addressing debates surrounding redevelopment, the book serves as both a practical guide for modern-day explorers and a call to action for those interested in protecting this vital piece of Americana.

An encyclopedia with a twist, The Route 66 Encyclopedia presents alphabetical entries on Route 66 history, landmarks, personalities, and culture, from Bobby Troup’s anthem “Route 66� to The Grapes of Wrath to the Wigwam Motel, illustrated with over 1,000 old and new, color and black-and-white photos and memorabilia.You'll learn about Jack Rittenhouse and Will Rogers as well as the contributions of lesser-known figures like Arthur Nelson and Angel Delgadillo. With references to the old (including the history of the U Drop Inn Café in Texas) and new (including a section about the recent Cars movie), The Route 66 Encyclopedia provides a sweeping look at a highway that has become more than just a road. These pages cover the history of Route 66 and the people who played a role in its transformation from highway to icon between 1926 and the present, but like the highway itself, this work does not fit within the traditional confines of generalities or terminology. Yes, this is an encyclopedia, a reference book for all things Route 66. However, it is also a time capsule, a travel guide, a history book, a memorial, a testimonial, and a chronicle of almost a century of societal evolution.

Route 66 is a fixture of American culture. For the truckers, salesmen and vacationers who have traveled it and for the people who live along it, the road is a reminder of the bygone days of American motoring. Despite time, neglect and progress, Route 66 endures. Almost all of its 2,448 miles are still intact and drivable. Travel from Chicago to Los Angeles and experience Route 66 through this richly illustrated book, with pictures of many of the historic landmarks and longtime businesses that have become roadside institutions to several generations of Route 66 travelers, plus some that are relatively unknown. Nearly all of the places shown can be visited today. The book is also a salute to those who supported the highway over the years, including Cyrus Avery, Jack Cuthbert ("Mr. 66"), Lucille Hamon and Campbell's 66 Express.

"A look at 500 of Route 66's most significant past and present sites in seven categories, illustrated with hundreds of photographs and specially commissioned maps"--

The author of the best-selling and critically acclaimed Route 66 Adventure Handbook returns with Route 66 Quick Reference Encyclopedia. In one handy volume, novices and seasoned roadies alike have fast and easy access to all of the essential information about America’s most famous, beloved, and culturally significant highway. Presenting a list of important terms accompanied by descriptive articles and illustrations, the guide details the route’s history—including the origins of the term "Mother Road" and the slogan "Get Your Kicks on Route 66"—as well as its commemorative festivals, quirkiest attractions, and useful highway terms. Fascinating trivia will allow road warriors to impress friends and fellow travelers with their knowledge of the route, while a supplemental list directs dedicated fans to more detailed information on one of the most historic and treasured drives in America. Finally, a set of maps provides both general orientation and points out significant attractions through the use of custom icons. Route 66 Quick Reference Encyclopedia is truly an A-to-Z guide to the absolute best of the Mother Road!

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This book describes the tours, museums and sites in the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Texas that are FREE. This book shows where learning and fun come together and provides a relief from high priced vacations. Among the tours, museums and sites one can experience are: Wine & Brewery Tours, Food Tasting Tours, Automobile Plant and Mfg. Tours, Farm & Ranch Tours, Driving Tours of Famous Homes, Art Museums, Science Museums, Transportation Museums, Cultural Museums, National Monuments and Historical Sites, Zoos and Botanical Gardens.

The essential guide to enjoying and photographing the Mother Road “Rick Sammon has a super power: he makes any photographic technique or concept simple to understand.” — PhotoFocus.com From legendary photographer Rick Sammon and his wife, Susan, The Route 66 Photo Road Trip is the perfect companion to enjoying and photographing everything that the country’s most famous highway has to offer, whether you’re hauling professional gear or just your phone! One of the earliest cross-country routes for the first American motor tourists, Route 66 still teems with nostalgic attractions and natural wonder. The Sammons guide you from Amarillo to Las Vegas, focusing on the thriving and historical southwest segment of the highway featuring classic venues like the 66 Diner and the Hotel Andaluz. This guide includes recommendations for dining and lodging, lists of attractions, hour- by- hour road itineraries, and essential tips for capturing memorable photographs by day or night, stopped or in a moving car, with a DSLR or an iPhone.