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Author: Charles S. 1856-1920 Gleed
Paperback: 266 pages
Company: Nabu Press (2010-08-31)
ISBN: 1178170160
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Hurrah for Lane County, the land of the free, The home of the grasshopper, bed bug and flea. I'll sing loud its praises and tell of its fame, While starving to death on a government claim. --"The Lane County Bachelor"

"Dole was born in Kansas, raised in Kansas, educated at the University of Kansas. Prior to World War II, he was a premedical student. He fought in Italy, where he suffered a serious head injury. Then he went into politics."--Senator Robert Dole

By reputation, Kansas isn't the funniest place on earth. But it has it's share of humor. It can boast of politicians who taunted puritan farmers with "raise less corn and more hell," a gubernatorial candidate whose claim to fame was perfecting and marketing a goat-gland transplant for men desperate to restore their sexual vigor, and a legendary attorney general who covertly flew the friendly skies of Kansas in hot pursuit of illegal liquor consumption on passenger planes.

In Tough Daisies, Robert Haywood reveals the lighter side of a state that's too often pegged a collection of sober-minded moralists struggling to find Utopia among the stars. He explores what has passed for humor in good times and bad and divulges what makes Kansans laugh. Both the subject of laughter (the inspiration) and the humorist (the inspired) are featured in this serious study (most of the time) of a funny subject.

An annotated sampler of jokes, stories, cartoons, and poems, this book illustrates what Kansans have chuckled and chortled at from settlement days to the present. Especially rich veins of humor are found in the frontier experience, the Great Depression, Populism, and politics. Investigating an array of rib-tickling facets of Kansas life, Haywood also illuminates the wit, sarcasm, and satire generated by grasshoppers, flat land, farmers and their daughters, war, bootleggers, school teachers, preachers, droughts, tornadoes--and Toto too.

Hardcover: 288 pages
Company: Univ Pr of Kansas (1995-10)
ISBN: 0700607323
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Insiders' Guide to Kansas City, 4th

Author: Katie Van Luchene
Paperback: 272 pages
Company: Insiders' Guide (2010-07-13)
ISBN: 0762753439
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Kansas is not only the Sunflower State, it's the very heart of America's heartland. It is a place of extremes in politics as well as climate, where ambitious and energetic people have attempted to put ideals into practice--a state that has come a long way since being identified primarily with John Brown and his exploits.

Craig Miner has written a complete and balanced history of Kansas, capturing the state's colorful past and dynamic present as he depicts the persistence of contrasting images of and attitudes toward the state throughout its 150 years. A work combining serious scholarship with great readability, it encompasses everything from the Kansas-Nebraska Act to the evolution-creationism controversy, emphasizing the historical moments that were pivotal in forming the culture of the state and the diverse group of people who have contributed to its history.

This is the first new state history to appear in over twenty-five years. Written to enlighten general readers within and well beyond the state's borders, it offers coverage not found in previous histories: greater attention to its cities--notably Wichita--and to its south central and western regions, accounts of business history, contributions of women and minorities, and environmental concerns. It presents the dark as well as the bright side of Kansas progressivism and is the first Kansas history to deal with the post-World War II era in any significant detail.

Craig Miner has spent almost forty years researching, teaching, and writing Kansas history and has dug deeply into primary sources. That research has enabled him to assemble a wider cast of characters and more entertaining collection of quotations than found in earlier histories and to better show how individual initiative and entrepreneurial aspirations have profoundly influenced the creation of present-day Kansas.

Ranging from the days of cattle and railroads to the era of oil and agribusiness, this history situates the state in its own terms rather than as a sidebar to a larger American epic. Miner brings to its pages an identifiable Kansas character to preserve what is distinctive about the state's identity for future generations, echoing what one Kansan said over half a century ago: "Kansas is simply Kansas. May she never be tempted to become anything else."

Author: H. Craig Miner
Paperback: 528 pages
Company: University Press of Kansas (2005-09)
ISBN: 0700614249
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Two decades after its first publication, Roadside Kansas remains the premier guide to the geology, natural resources, landmarks, and landscapes along nine of the Sunflower State's major highways. During that span, however, many aspects of the Kansas landscape changed: the growth of some towns and near disappearance of others, the expansion of highways, the development of industry. Even the rocks themselves changed in places as erosion took its relentless toll. More broadly, there have been changes in the science of geology. This new edition reflects all of these changes and thoroughly updates the previous edition in ways that reinforce its preeminent status.

Covering more than 2,600 miles, Buchanan and McCauley organize their book by highway and milepost markers, so that modern-day explorers can follow the road logs easily, learning about the land as they travel through the state. Featuring more than 100 photographs, drawings, and maps, the book also provides deft descriptions of fascinating contemporary and historical features to be seen all across Kansas.

Especially in an economic era that has encouraged all of us to travel closer to home, the new edition is sure to be a hit with families from Kansas and the region who decide to explore and learn more about the state and its distinctive wonders. They'll discover what Buchanan and McCauley have known for a long time: Kansas highways provide much more than passage to Colorado or some other state. They are destinations in their own right.

Published for the Kansas Geological Survey.

Author: Rex C. Buchanan, James R. McCauley
Paperback: 376 pages
Company: University Press of Kansas (2010-03)
ISBN: 0700617000
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This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.

Author: George A. Crofutt
Paperback: 338 pages
Company: Nabu Press (2010-01-12)
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Title: Where to go to become rich. Farmers', Miners' and Tourists' Guide to Kansas, New Mexico, Arizona and Colorado.Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest research libraries holding over 150 million items in all known languages and formats: books, journals, newspapers, sound recordings, patents, maps, stamps, prints and much more. Its collections include around 14 million books, along with substantial additional collections of manuscripts and historical items dating back as far as 300 BC.The HISTORY OF COLONIAL NORTH AMERICA collection includes books from the British Library digitised by Microsoft. This collection refers to the European settlements in North America through independence, with emphasis on the history of the thirteen colonies of Britain. Attention is paid to the histories of Jamestown and the early colonial interactions with Native Americans. The contextual framework of this collection highlights 16th century English, Scottish, French, Spanish, and Dutch expansion. ++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification:++++ British Library Keeler, Bronson C.; 1880 180 p. ; 8º. 10409.f.28.

Author: Bronson C. Keeler
Paperback: 220 pages
Company: British Library, Historical Print Editions (2011-03-24)
ISBN: 1241336091
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This reproduction was printed from a digital file created at the Library of Congress as part of an extensive scanning effort started with a generous donation from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. The Library is pleased to offer much of its public domain holdings free of charge online and at a modest price in this printed format. Seeing these older volumes from our collections rediscovered by new generations of readers renews our own passion for books and scholarship.

Author: Barrows Union Pacific Railroad company. from old catalog Benjamin H. from old catalog comp
Paperback: 68 pages
Company: Library of Congress (1892-12-31)
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It was a familiar sight at Yellowstone National Park: traffic backed up for miles as visitors fed bears from their cars. It may have been against the rules, but park officials were willing to turn a blind eye if it kept the public happy. But bear feeding eventually became too widespread and dangerous to everyone-including the bears-for the National Park Service (NPS) to allow it any longer.

As one of the park's most beloved and enduring symbols, the Yellowstone bears have long been a flashpoint for controversy. Alice Wondrak Biel traces the evolution of their complex relationship with humans-from the creation of the first staged wildlife viewing areas to the present-and situates that relationship within the broader context of American cultural history. Early on, park bears were largely thought of as performers or surrogate pets and were routinely fed handouts from cars, as well as hotel garbage dumped at park-sanctioned "lunch counters for bears." But as these activities led to ever-greater numbers of tourist injuries, and of bears killed as a result, and as ideas about conservation and the NPS mission changed, the agency refashioned the bear's image from cute circus performer to dangerous wild animal and, eventually, to keystone inhabitant of a fragile ecosystem.

Drawing on the history of recorded interactions with bears and providing telling photographs depicting the evolving bear-human relationship, Biel traces the reaction of park visitors to the NPS's efforts-from warnings by Yogi Bear (which few tourists took seriously) to the increasing promotion of key ecological issues and concerns. Ultimately, as the rules were enforced and tourist behavior dramatically shifted, the bears returned to a more natural state of existence.

Biel's entertaining and informative account tracks this gradual "renaturalization" while also providing a cautionary tale about the need for careful negotiation at the complex nexus of tourists, bears, and all things wild.

Author: Alice Wondrak Biel
Paperback: 186 pages
Company: University Press of Kansas (2006-03)
ISBN: 0700614583
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Author: Thomas Frank
Paperback: 336 pages
Company: Holt Paperbacks (2005-05-01) (2005-04-14)
ISBN: 080507774X
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In depth profiles of Kansas' 25 large reservoirs. The best river fishing, including public access points. A comprehensive listing of small lakes and their profiles. Topographic maps of each large reservoir to help you find where the fish are hiding. A full-color illustrated fish guide including length and creel limits to keep you out of trouble.

Author: Amy Bickel, Jason Probst
Paperback: 184 pages
Company: Trails Books (2011-10-01)
ISBN: 1934553379
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Kansas is a bird-watcher's paradise, with its key location at the hub of the hemisphere's migration corridors and exceptional habitat diversity; 470 avian species have been documented within its borders. From spectacularly beautiful birds like Painted Buntings to elegant migrants like Hudsonian Godwits, birders can find abundant rewards every time they take to the field.

The Guide to Kansas Birds and Birding Hot Spots focuses on 295 species that are most likely to be encountered in the state. It helps occasional day-trippers or backyard observers identify and learn about birds that regularly occur in Kansas, with stunning color photos that enable those new to the hobby to identify their discoveries, plus tips on where to search for these species with the greatest likelihood of success.

Gress and Janzen have produced an exceptionally well-organized guide that divides birds into 18 groups based on similarity in appearance, habitat, or behavior, following taxonomic order only partially to make identification easier for the beginner. The entry for each bird gives its size, identifying features (including sexual and seasonal distinctions), and where and when it can be found. And each account includes a brilliant color photo of an adult of the species, with additional views of selected birds to illustrate male, female, or juvenile plumages.

The authors point out the best birding locations in the state--more than two dozen hot spots of which they have intimate knowledge--that reflect utterly different bird communities thriving only a few hours apart. They also provide a checklist for all state birds, a calendar of Kansas bird activity, and recommendations for binoculars and other field guides.

Author: Bob Gress, Pete Janzen
Paperback: 354 pages
Company: University Press of Kansas (2008-03)
ISBN: 0700615652
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This book gives detailed accounts of 105 species of birds that can be expected in Kansas on an annual basis. As well as showing the identifying features of the bird, each species account also describes the bird's character traits. Information includes key identification markers, size, voice, status, habitat, nesting and illustrations of similar birds. Each account also includes a full-color illustration of the species and a range map.

Author: Ted T. Cable, Scott Seltman, Krista Kagume, Gregory Kennedy
Paperback: 240 pages
Company: Lone Pine Publishing (2007-06-30)
ISBN: 9768200251
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Author: Patti DeLano, Sarah Smarsh
Paperback: 240 pages
Company: GPP Travel (2010-06-15)
ISBN: 076275043X
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A unique crossroads for mushrooms, Kansas is populated by a blend of northerners and southerners, serves as a western frontier for easterners, and harbors a few West Coast natives.

In this book, the authors offer a myriad of how-to's when stalking and using mushrooms, from identifying an Old Man in the Woods to sauteing a tasty Volvariella bombycina. Besides providing both the Latin and common names and descriptions of 235 species found in the state, they have included 150 color photographs of common and not so common species, a nontechnical key for identification, a calendar of fungal fruiting seasons, and a list of all 548 species that have been located in Kansas. And for those rusty on their Latin, they've included a guide to the origin and pronunciation of Latin names.

Mushroom hunters will find a number of useful tips in this book, whether they want to eat their quarry, photograph it, or examine it under a microscope. And to add richness to the sport, the authors have included an overview of Kansas geography and climate, a history of mycology in the state, and practical advice for forays in the field.

With something for the novice, the advanced amateur, and even the professional mycologist, A Guide to Kansas Mushrooms provides general explanations and advice, as well as descriptions of mushrooms found not only in this state but throughout the country, particularly east of the Rockies.

This book is part of the Kansas Nature Guides series.

Author: Bruce Horn, Richard Kay, Dean Abel
Paperback: 320 pages
Company: University Press of Kansas (1993-04)
ISBN: 0700605711
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With Explorer’s Guides, expert authors and helpful icons make it easy to locate places of extra value, family-friendly activities, and excellent restaurants and lodgings. Regional and city maps help you get around and What’s Where provides a quick reference on everything from tourist attractions to off-the-beaten-track sites.

Along with Amish farms, rolling countryside, and interesting history, Kansas offers rodeos, powwows, pancake races, Renaissance fairs, and spinach festivals. Kansas is known for wheat, cattle, and wide-open spaces, but it also has day spas, boutique hotels, museums, concerts, and vital urban scenes. There’s a lot to see and do here; with an insider guiding you, you can expect extras, like a detailed look at the exciting cultural centers of eastern Kansas, with their fine restaurants, nightlife, and art. There really is no place like Kansas! Black-and-white photographs and maps throughout

Author: Lisa Waterman Gray
Paperback: 400 pages
Company: Countryman Press (2011-06-06)
ISBN: 0881508977
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Everything you thought you knew about saving, managing risk, and securing your financial future has changed.

The world is very different in the wake of the biggest financial crisis since the Great Depression. Retirement accounts have been eviscerated, risk appetites diminished, and questions raised about age-old personal finance strategies such as "buy and hold" and the efficacy of relying heavily on stock mutual funds.

In The Wall Street Journal Guide to the New Rules of Personal Finance, Dave Kansas offers guidelines for understanding the new regulations for finance firms, the rising importance of international investing, and the very different environment that now exists for home buyers. With valuable chapters on debt reduction, diversification, retirement planning, real estate, commodities, and other vital topics, this essential volume is designed to help the individual determine which tenets of an investing strategy remain sound and which deserve re-examination. It is the ultimate guide to profitably investing your money in a world that has fundamentally changed.

Author: Dave Kansas
Paperback: 208 pages
Company: HarperBusiness (2010-12-28) (2010-12-28)
ISBN: 0061986321
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As soon as the Kansas Territory was opened for settlement in 1854, towns sprang up like mushrooms--first along the Missouri border, then steadily westward along trail routes, rivers, and railroad lines. Many of them barely got beyond the drawing board and hundreds of them flowered briefly and died, victims of the "boom or bust" economy of the frontier and the vagaries of weather, finance, mining, agriculture, railroad construction, and politics.

Ghost Towns of Kansas is a practical guide to these forsaken settlements and a chronicle of their role in the history of Kansas. It focuses on 100 towns that have either disappeared without a trace or are only "a shadowy remnant of what they once were," telling the story of each town's settlement, politics, colorful figures and legends, and eventual abandonment or decline.

The culmination of more than ten years of research, this new book is a distillation of the author's immensely popular three-volume work on the state's ghost towns, now out of print. Condensed and redesigned as a traveler's guide, it is organized by region and features ten maps and detailed instructions for finding each site. Twenty of the towns included are discussed for the first time in this volume. The book also contains more than 100 black-and-white photographs of town scenes.

With this new guide in hand, travelers and armchair adventurers alike can journey back to the Kansas frontier--to places like Octagon City, where settlers signed a pledge not to consume liquor, tobacco, or "the flesh of animals" in order to purchase land at $1.25 per acre from the Vegetarian Settlement Company. Or to Sheridan, a tough, end-of-the-line railroad town where, according to the Kansas Commonwealth, "the scum of creation have congregated and assumed control of municipal and social affairs." At least thirty men were hanged and a hundred killed either in gunfights or by Indians during Sheridan's tumultuous two-year life span. Today the only remainder of Octagon City is a stream named Vegetarian Creek, and "wild and woolly" Sheridan is again a pasture.

Author: Daniel C. Fitzgerald
Paperback: 384 pages
Company: University Press of Kansas (1988-04)
ISBN: 0700603689
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Insiders' Guide to Kansas City, 4th

Author: Katie Van Luchene
Paperback: 272 pages
Company: Insiders' Guide (2010-07-13)
ISBN: 0762753439
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From the Konza Prairie to the Cimarron National Grassland, the Arikaree Breaks to the Spring River Wildlife Area, Kansas boasts hundreds of miles of marvelous hiking trails, many of which are unknown or unfamiliar to even longtime residents of the state. This book is the first complete guide to those outdoor destinations--the only book you'll need to explore and appreciate these natural treasures.

Catherine Hauber and John Young lead you over 430 miles of trails that showcase the beauty of Kansas's woodlands and wetlands, its prairies and high plains. Their Hiking Guide to Kansas covers trails found at 56 sites in all parts of the state--both popular routes like those along Clinton Lake and out-of-the-way sites like Big Basin Prairie Preserve.

After directing you to the trailhead, Hauber points out facts of interest along the way about history, geology, and wildlife, presenting them at a level of detail that will make any outing more meaningful. She provides trail lengths for each hike, notes access for bikers or horseback riders, and clearly identifies landmarks and trail blazes. She also has made the book as inviting as the trails themselves by including dozens of full-color photos that will make you want to lace up your hiking boots right away.

Another valuable feature of the book, John Young's state-of-the-art maps, show you exactly where the trails lead. Color-keyed to physiographic regions designated by the Kansas Geological Survey, these maps were developed using measurement techniques ranging from compass and pedometer to a global positioning satellite receiver and reflect painstaking attention to each bend and feature of the trail.

Whether you're a casual daytripper or a serious hiker, you'll find trails for every season in this book, the only guide you'll need for enjoying the state's wild places on foot.

Paperback: 336 pages
Company: University Press of Kansas (1999-08-01)
ISBN: 0700609474
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Place: New Orleans
Country: United States
Map type: City Map for download to an ebook reader.
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DESCRIPTION
New Orleans is the most celebrated city in the American South, the largest in the state of Louisiana, and the state's #1 tourist and vacation attraction. A heavenly blend of mouth watering Creole food, rich history and great Blues and Jazz music make New Orleans the vibrant city that it is!

Just 100 miles above the mouth of the Mississippi River, the city is making a strong comeback after the great destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. The loyal citizens of 'The Big Easy' refused to let their town fade away, and it is that incredible spirit of native Louisiana people that remains the key ingedient in New Orlean's on-going recovery.

One of the oldest cities in the U.S., New Orleans retains its magic and seduction over residents and visitors alike. With mild winters and steamy summers, the city invites everyone to enjoy its lively French Quarter and Garden District, mysterious bayous, gracious plantations, spicy Creole food and the hedonistic Mardi Gras celebrations and classic Jazz Fests.

FAST FACTS
1. New Orleans is also known as "The Big Easy", a nickname that stems from the town's rich jazz tradition and the name of a local 1900's dance hall.
2. 80% of New Orleans flooded when Hurricane Katrina hit in 2005.
3. The main culinary tradition in New Orleans is their famous Creole.

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Take a look at our New Orleans map to spot these great things to do in New Orleans:
The French Quarter
The French Quarter is the oldest, most famous and most visited district in New Orleans, Louisiana. Laid out during French and Spanish colonial times in the 1700's, the area stretches along the banks of the Mississippi River.

The French Quarter exudes a spirit of history and roaring good fun. While visiting this National Historic Landmark, don't miss Jackson Square and Bourbon Street, famous for drinking establishments, amazing restaurants and the uniquely beautiful architecture that is pure New Orleans.
Mardi Gras World
Every February, New Orleans opens its arms to the masses of revelers who descend on the town for Mardi Gras from all countries of the world.

If you miss the world famous Mardi Gras festival, make sure you pay a visit to Mardi Gras World! The Carnival experience is not complete without a peek into the sensational world of thousands of beautifully sculptured props and breathtaking giant figures being crafted for next year's parade.

Welcome to the place where Mardi Gras is made! Watch the local artists create the floats for next year's festival and learn about Mardi Gras spirit year-round.
New Orleans Cemetery Tours
Learn about much of New Orleans' history by taking these uniquely New Orleans cemetery tours. Hauntingly beautiful and with rich architecture, the New Orleans cemeteries tours unearth heartfelt stories thought buried forever.

Noted for the ornate above-ground tombs, these true Cities of the Dead make an unforgettable Louisiana vacation tour. Be sure not to miss the famous Lafayette Cemetery, resting place to some of the most illustrious (and notorious) citizens of New Orleans.

Author: Jack Black
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Place: San Francisco
Country: United States
Map type: City Map for download to an ebook reader.
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Known for Victorian architecture, cable cars, steep hills and trademark fog, San Francisco sits on the shores of its namesake bay, bridged by its most famous landmark - the Golden Gate Bridge.

The San Francisco Bay Area has a history of cultural diversity and tolerance. The first San Francisco residents included a diverse population of Ohlone Indians, New Zealanders, Spanish Californians, Americans, Hawaiians, South Americans and Europeans.

FAST FACTS
1. San Francisco experienced rapid growth as a result of the the Gold Rush when the precious metal was found at Sutter's Mill in 1848. By 1852, the number of residents had swelled to 35,000.
2. San Francisco is the birthplace of the Chinese Fortune Cookie, invented at the Golden Gate Park Tea Garden by the Japanese Hagiwara family.
3. San Francisco is built on 43 hills with incredibly steep and curving streets. Filbert is steepest at 31.5 degrees, but Lombard is the most popular with its seductive, winding curves.

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These are the only moving national monuments in the United States. Almost 10 million people take a ride on these 9-mile-per-hour transports every year. The San Francisco Cable Car Museum is the heart of the system where visitors can view the continuous cable winding machinery in action and enjoy historical cable car treasures.

The San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge
The Golden Gate Bridge was the longest in the world from its beginnings in 1937 until 1964 when the Verrazano opened in New York City. With its graceful structure and patented 'International Orange' paint, the Golden Gate remains one of the most admired and photographed structures in the world.

Alcatraz Prison
This was first a military and then a notorious federal prison for many years. Situated in San Francisco Bay, the island is now managed by the U.S. National Park Service and is home to the Alcatraz Museum and the first lighthouse in California. 'The Rock' has been the not so happy home of Al Capone, George “Machine Gun” Kelly, and the famous Birdman of Alcatraz.

Author: Jack Black
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Place: Kansas City
Country: United States
Map type: City Map for download to an ebook reader.
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DESCRIPTION
Kansas City, the largest city in the state of Missouri, is a beautiful and historic American town.

It's often called the "City of Fountains" or "Paris of the Plains," because (reportedly) it has more fountains than any other city except Rome and is second only to Paris for its number of boulevards.

A few of Kansas City's famous native sons include Burt Bacharach, Jesse James, Harry S. Truman and Walt Disney's first animation studio. Many visitors to this city would surely add KC's world-famous barbeque, jazz clubs and tasty steaks to famous attractions.

Positioned within gentle rolling hills on the banks of the Missouri River, Kansas City offers a never ending variety of attractions for kids and adults.

FAST FACTS
1. While residing in Kansas City, Walt Disney created one of his most famous and beloved characters: Mickey Mouse.
2. One of the world's most identifiable icons, the McDonalds Happy Meal, was first served in Kansas City.
3. The American Royal BBQ contest held in Kansas City is the largest in the world.

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Union Station Kansas City
All aboard! Union Station, one of Kansas City's most prominent landmarks, is home to a world class science museum, theaters, fine restaurants, shops and a permanent rail exhibit with vintage rail cars.

As a "must stop" for a Missouri vacation, it is possible to catch the train at Union Station Kansas City, check out the Gottleib Planetarium or visit the Science City, a fun, interactive science center with more than 50 hands-on exhibits.

World of Fun
Worlds of Fun is literally jam-packed with 175 acres of exciting rides and fun-filled attractions!

Roller coaster lovers have plenty to choose from: the Timber Wolf, Spinning Dragon and the heart pounding Mamba, one of the world's top 25 roller coasters. Other popular rides include the Fury of the Nile and the Detonator, a ride that shoots visitors up 200-foot towers. With a wealth of children's rides and a full scale water park, there is plenty to do in this playful oasis on the banks of the Missouri.

Kaleidoscope
A world of imagination and excitement for children to create one-of-a-kind artwork, unique puzzles or the tallest skyscrapers in the world using scrap material provided by Hallmark Cards.

Children use colorful crayons, beautiful ribbons, shiny paper and markers to create whatever their imagination desires.

Children and their families can also attend Family Art Sessions and Independent Art Sessions are open to children aged 5 to 12 at the Kaleidoscope 'Imagination Machine'.

Author: Jack Black
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Place: Seattle
Country: United States
Map type: City Map for download to an ebook reader.
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Positioned between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, the dynamic city of Seattle is the most populated city in the State of Washington.

Seattle's Puget Sound is a body of ocean water that provides access to the Pacific Ocean through the Strait of Juan de Fuca. It contains numerous channels, estuaries, inlets and islands - including the San Juan.

Similar to Boston, Massachusetts, Seattle is virtually surrounded by water, and its waterfront is alive with activity. Spectacular vistas are everywhere including the Olympic Mountains, and the snow-covered peak of Mt. Rainier in the Cascade Mountains to the southeast.

Frequently cloudy with rain in the forecast, most locals and visitors could care less about umbrellas and shelter as trendy Seattle is home to many significant attractions, including the Olympic Sculpture Garden, Seattle Art Museum, Space Needle, Pike Place Market, as well dozens of entertainment and shopping venues. Note: In Seattle most of the rain falls in the winter months, and perfect weather is common, June - August.

World renowned as the birth place of grunge music, tasty coffee served in innovative shops, and as a corporate base for Boeing, Microsoft and Starbucks, Seattle is a major cultural, economic and educational center, and a fabulous place to live. Frankly, it's a must visit on any Washington vacation.

FAST FACTS
1. Seattle is very educated, with the nation's highest percentage of residents with a college degree.
2. Seattle was the first city in the U.S. to play a Beatles song on the radio.
3. Seattle's houseboat population is the country's largest at almost 500!
4. The Farmer's Market at Pike Place Market is the longest continuously operating market of its kind in the U.S. (since 1907)!

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Take a look at the Seattle map for some great places to visit while in Seattle!
Woodland Park Zoo
With many "Best National Exhibit Awards" from the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, the Woodland Park Zoo has what is considered the world's finest immersion exhibit, a gorilla habitat, which opened in the late 1970s.

The zoo is filled with engaging, award-winning exhibits, including the Zoomazium, a naturalistic kids' play space divided into zones of eco-themed fun.

The Tropical Rain Forest is home to animals such as ocelots, bushmasters and toucans, and the Tropical Asia exhibit and its Elephant Forest and Trail of Vines. This exceptional Seattle zoo can easily entertain the whole family for a full day, or perhaps even two!

Pike Place Market Walking Tours
The soul of Seattle and the most popular attraction in the city, Pike Place Market draws millions of visitors annually.

It's a food's lover dream; a most celebrated culinary landmark. Go behind the scenes and take a walking tour to experience some of the hot spots of this famous Seattle market.

Taste mouth-watering fresh seafood, learn new buying and cooking tips, meet exceptional people who give the market its life and find your way around a maze of stalls, shops and Seattle restaurants.

Space Needle
A major landmark of the Pacific Northwest and the unofficial symbol of Seattle, the Space Needle is a 605 foot tall tower with a 520 feet observation deck offering dazzling views of the Downtown Seattle skyline, the the Olympic and Cascade Mountains.

Built for the 1962 World's Fair, the Needle is a must see for every Washington visitor.

The top of the Needle can be reached via elevators that travel at 10mph. Once at the top, visitors can enjoy a charming dinner within the rotating SkyCity restaurant and purchase memorable souvenirs from the gift shop.

Author: Jack Black
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Place: Denver
Country: United States
Map type: City Map for download to an ebook reader.
More information: The eBook with the map contains index of streets (hypertext).

DESCRITPION
The Mile High City looks over the Great Plains at an elevation of 5,280 feet from its high plateau just east of the majestic Rocky Mountains.

The city of Denver, Colorado was founded in 1858 after gold was discovered at the junction of Cherry Creek and the South Platte River. This western town flourished with the construction of the railroads and an influx of fortune seekers over the next several years. By 1870, Denver had become the second largest city in the Western United States after San Francisco, California.

Denver, the capital city of Colorado, is a sprawling metropolis, with heavily populated suburbs. Many Denver residents are employed in the aviation and electronics industries, as well as in federal government jobs and the massive Coors beer brewery.

With its prime mountain location, skiing and tourism have become two of the top industries for Denver and other towns in Colorado. The climate is cool, dry, and sunny, with 300 sun-filled days per years, more than San Diego or Miami Beach

FAST FACTS
1. According to Denver tradition, the first permanent structure in the city was a saloon. Its most famous brothel at 2009 Market Street is preserved as a historic Denver landmark!
2. Because of long distances and mountainous terrain, Coloradans have become extremely auto-dependent. Denver ranks among the very highest in per capita automobile ownership with almost one vehicle for every man, woman and child.
3. In 2005, city voters passed legislation making Denver the first large American city to legalize marijuana for private use by adults. City officials continue to enforce Colorado state laws that make possession a petty offense, still more lenient than in much of the U.S.

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Denver Museum of Nature & Science
The Denver Museum of Nature & Science was founded in 1900. Edwin Carter, a pioneer and naturalist, arrived in Breckinridge, Colorado in 1868. He devoted his time to the birds and mammals of the Rocky Mountains, and over time, assembled an impressive collection of Colorado fauna, which he displayed is his log cabin home.

Today, the Museum offers a variety of permanent exhibtions, programs and other activities about the natural history of Colorado, the earth and universe. There are over a million objects in its collections. The permanent exhibits include the Discovery Zoo, Egyptian Mummies, Wildlife Exhibits, Space Odyssey, Gems & Minerals, Indian Cultures and Prehistoric Journey.

Temporary exhibits are offered throughout the year.

Denver Zoo
The Denver Zoo is a model of modern natural habitat creation and conservation programs. Visitors from around the nation voted the Denver Zoo as one of the finest in the United States. Families can spend hours exploring the wildlife of Africa, North America, Asia and every other continent on Earth.

The Bear Mountain exhibit, home to Grizzlies, Black Bears, and playful Koatis, was formed using giant plastering casts of the rock formations near Morrison, Colorado. The new Tropical Discovery is an indoor rainforest featuring temple ruins, waterfalls, mangrove swamps, bright tropical birds and aquariums full of fish from South America and other rain forest locations. The Zoo is home to a successful hippo breeding program and hippo babies are a popular part of the visit.

Elitch Gardens Amusement Park
Elitch Gardens is a huge Six Flags amusement park in the center of Denver. Guests of all ages will enjoy the pulse-pounding roller coasters and thrill rides, such as the Tower of Doom that gives riders a free fall drop of 22 stories, or the one-of-a-kind ride where adrenaline freaks get strapped onto a giant snowboard to twist and shoot backward and forward through a simulated Half Pipe.

Author: Jack Black
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Place: Philadelphia
Country: United States
Map type: City Map for download to an ebook reader.
More information: The eBook with the map contains index of streets (hypertext).

DESCRIPTION
As the largest city in Pennsylvania, Philadelphia is comprised of several distinct neighborhoods. It boasts more than 90 museums, classic colonial-period houses, landmark red brick buildings, historic churches and leafy parks. In fact, Philly is home to one of the largest urban parks in the U.S. - Fairmont Park.

As one of the social and geographical centers of the original 13 American Colonies, Philadelphia was home to many of the ideas and subsequent actions that gave birth to the American Revolution and American Independence. It was here that the Declaration of Independence was signed.

This important metropolis remains a commercial, educational and cultural center, and retains its singular honor for serving as the nation’s first capital, long before Washington D.C. served in that capacity.

FAST FACTS
1. Philadelphia is home to many "first-in-America" institutions, including the first brick house, hospital, and scientific institution in the U.S., as well as world's first botanical garden and zoo.
2. Philadelphia is one of the largest college towns in the United States. Temple University, Drexel, LaSalle and the University of Pennsylvania are just a few of the quality schools in the city.
3. In 1946, the world's first computer, the ENIAC, was switched on in a Philadelphia laboratory.

ATTRACTIONS
The Philadelphia Zoo was the very first in the USA and serves as a role model for modern animal habitat and conservation practices. This outstanding east coast zoo is a must for any Pennsylvania vacation!

There are so many world-class things to do in Philly and historic places to visit; it is difficult to choose the best of the best. Take a look at the Philadelphia, PA map to locate these amazing places to visit:
The Liberty Bell and Independence Hall
It's a trip back in history and to hear the "We the People" words echoing along the grand architecture of Independence Hall Philadelphia. An unforgettable historical site, the Independence Hall is the home of the Constitution that has guided America for over 200 years.

The Assembly Room in which the delegation met in 1787 still holds Jefferson's cane and a book belonging to Franklin Roosevelt. Philadelphia is the place where the Liberty Bell rests, one of the most prominent symbols of the American Revolutionary War, an icon of liberty and justice.

Fairmount Park
Welcome to the one of the largest parks within city limits anywhere on the USA map!

8,700 acres of winding creeks, silent trails and green meadows await your discovery. Home to 100 miles of jogging, bike and bridle paths, Fairmount Park features cultural and historical exhibits, including 29 of America's best Colonial mansions, lush gardens, boathouses, the Philadelphia Zoo and a Japanese Teahouse.

Rent a sailboat or a canoe, listen to magnificent free symphony concerts in the summer or keep fit by playing tennis or golf. Fairmount Park offers many unique experiences for Philly travellers.

Philadelphia Museum of Art
This resplendent, beautiful Greco-Roman Philadelphia museum houses one of the finest art groupings in the US.

Famous on the outside for the steps seen in the movie "Rocky", the Philadelphia Museum of Art boasts one of the world's largest collections of art. Its collection is comprised of a mind-blowing 225,000 objects, all emphasising the creative accomplishments of the West since the first century A.D, including impressive pieces of American artwork, and those of Asia since the third millennium B.C.

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The Complete map of Washington DC, USA
Place: Washington DC
Country: United States
Map type: City Map for download to an ebook reader.
More information: The eBook with the map contains index of streets (hypertext).

DESCRIPTION
Designed in 1791 by the French architect Major Pierre-Charles L'Enfant, Washington was the world's first planned capital.

Washington, D.C. is not a state, but rather the combination of the District of Columbia, and Washington - the capital city of the United States of America. In essence, they are one in the same, and they coexist.

Established by congressional acts and personally selected by George Washington, the District of Columbia, commonly referred to as "the District" (shown in white), is the seat of the U.S. federal government. Within its borders sits the massive Capital Building, the White House and literally hundreds of federal buildings, monuments and office complexes.

Originally a 10 mile square, with Maryland and Virginia granting land on each side of the river to the federal government, its shape has changed slightly over the years, as Virginia's lands were returned in 1846.

Integral parts of "the District," namely Arlington Cemetery, the Pentagon and Ronald Reagan Airport are located across the Potomac River in the Virginia county of Arlington, and they, along with others, remain part of the sprawling District of Columbia's metropolitan area.

From its celebrated history and symbols of patriotism, to its many public and private attractions and buildings, the Washington, D.C. area is one of America's most visited sites.

Author: Jack Black
Kindle Edition: 39 pages Kindle eBook
Company: (2011-07-11) (2011-07-11)
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The Complete map of New York City, USA


Info/Help in English:
1.) Go to the Map
2.) Go to get to Street Index
3.) On the map use previous/next page to get to the left/right
4.) On the map use next/previous page 7-times to get down/up
5.) Click to the map to zoom (if available on your ebook reader)
6.) Choose any street in the Index to get to the map. There is a map number behind every street name and a letter - A (the street is in the left-upper quadrant of the map), B (right-up), C (left-down), D (right down))


Author: Jack Black
Kindle Edition: 61 pages Kindle eBook
Company: (2011-07-10) (2011-07-10)
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Place: Albuquerque
Country: United States
Map type: City Map for download to an ebook reader.
More information: The eBook with the map contains index of streets (hypertext).

DESCRIPTION
Albuquerque is an authentic, high-spirited American legend located in the heart of New Mexico. As one of the oldest cities in the United States, Albuquerque�s heritage is rich and multicultural, boasting strong Native American, Hispanic and Latino influences.

The unrivalled character of Albuquerque has been molded by its long and enthralling history. It was founded in 1706 as a small Spanish settlement by a group of colonists who were granted permission by King Philip V of Spain to establish a new villa on the banks of the Rio Grande. It was named in honor of Spain's Duke of Alburquerque. Over the years, the first "r" in that name was dropped, leaving Albuquerque spelled as we know it today.

In 1880 the railroad arrived and the city flourished almost overnight. Today, Albuquerque remains a center of regional transportation.

Remember the song lyrics, "If you ever plan to motor west, travel my way on the highway that's the best. Get your kicks on Route 66?" Well, that historic (now decommissioned) highway, the "Main Street of America," still runs through parts of the city, and each year locals and visitors help celebrate that remarkable highway's impact on America's growth.

FAST FACTS
1. The American International Rattlesnake Museum, situated a block south of the Old Town Plaza, boasts the largest collection of different species of live rattlesnakes in the world.
2. Albuquerque is a very affordable vacation destination in North America.
3. The glowing brown sacks that embellish Albuquerque's walkways, churches and homes each holiday season are called luminarias (paper bags lit from within by a candle). They date back more than 300 years to the first Spanish settlers.

ATTRACTIONS
The Ballooning Capital of the World
Albuquerque is home to the International Balloon Fiesta, and a dazzling fiesta it is! Each year in October, hundreds of colorful hot-air balloons soar into the clear blue sky, helped by gentle winds and perfect cool temperatures. This event has garnered international fame and it is one of the most photographed happenings on the planet.

Gathering of Nations Pow Wow
This grand gathering is the largest Native American event in the world. Over 3,000 indigenous Native American dancers and singers from more than 500 tribes in the United States and Canada meet in Albuquerque every year. Along with celebrations of dance and song, the impressive Gathering of Nations Pow Wow hosts a huge Traders Market and a Miss Indian World contest.

Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway
Enjoy sensational views of deep canyons and scenic land while taking a trip on the longest aerial tramway in the world to the top of Sandia Peak. Enjoy a panoramic view of the Rio Grande Valley and the Enchanted Land in a breathtaking way; then dine atop the mountain as the desert sky above Albuquerque turns to shades of red, violet and gold.

Author: Jack Black
Kindle Edition: 12 pages Kindle eBook
Company: (2011-07-30) (2011-07-30)
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Place: Memphis
Country: United States
Map type: City Map for download to an ebook reader.
More information: The eBook with the map contains index of streets (hypertext).

Streets on this map - Memphis

Adams Ave, Alabama Ave, Ashland St, Auction Ave, Barrett Pl, Bates Aly, Beale St, Carroll Ave, Castle St, Civic Center Plaza, Cochran Pl, Commerce Ave, Court Ave, Decatur St, Delmar Ave, Exchange Ave, Floyd Aly, Forrest Ave, Galloway Ave, Gayoso Ave, Griffith Ave, Hamlin Ave, Hamlin Pl, Handy Cir, Hastings St, Hernando St, High St, J W Williams Ln, Jackson Ave, Jefferson Ave, Jefferson Pl, Jones St, Keel Aly, Keel Ave, Lagrange Ave, Lane Ave, Leath St, Lema Pl, Looney Ave, Lyceum Ln, Madison Ave, Marina Point Ln, Market Ave, Marshall Ave, Mill Ave, Monroe Ave, Mosby Ave, Mulberry St, N 2nd St, N 3rd St, N Center Ln, N Danny Thomas Blvd, N Dunlap St, N Jefferson Pl, N Lauderdale St, N Main St, N Neely St, N November 6th St, N Orleans St, N Pauline St, N Riverside Dr, N Somerville St, Neely St, Overton Ave, Peabody Pl, Peach, Peach Ave, Pearce St, Peyton Circle, Poplar Ave, Robeson Ave, S 2nd St, S 3rd St, S 4th St, S Dunlap St, S Jefferson Pl, S Main St, S Orleans St, Saffarans Ave, Saint Jude Pl, Stadium Ct, Sycamore Ave, Union Ave, Washington Ave, Winchester Ave

Author: Jack Black
Kindle Edition: 8 pages Kindle eBook
Company: (2011-07-11) (2011-07-11)
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