The American Highway

The American Highway
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Publisher : McFarland
Total Pages : 248
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ISBN-10 : 0786408227
ISBN-13 : 9780786408221
Rating : 4/5 (221 Downloads)

Book Synopsis The American Highway by : William Kaszynski

Download or read book The American Highway written by William Kaszynski and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2000-01-01 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Minnesota-based writer and photographer Kazynski traces the transformation of the US from a network of places connected by rutted wagon trails to a maze of highways connected to other highways. He describes and illustrates road and bridge construction and the new roadside culture that threw up motels, restaurants, gas stations, and scenic perspectives.


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