The American Highway by William Kaszynski

The American Highway by William Kaszynski

When the automobile first made long-distance travel practical, a dramatic change began in the country's physical and cultural landscape. Road design and construction were challenged to keep pace with the rapidly advancing capabilities and numbers of cars. As real mobility sank into the popular consciousness, the American way of life changed forever. This spectacularly illustrated history traces the transformation of America's roads from rutted wagon trails into safe highways. The sweat and ingenuity of increasingly ambitious construction and the roadside culture that sprang up to greet a society on the move are both explored. Places to eat, sleep, refuel, and see sights became as much a part of the travel experience as the road itself, and the histories of the most familiar roadside businesses are recounted here. More than 300 historical photographs provide fascinating documentation.

“offers readers an enlightening, entertaining, and educational drive on America’s roadsRecommended”—Library Journal; “one of the best [books on the subject]...attractive...you’ll enjoy this one”—Antique Automobile; “the answers to the when, why, and how are chronicled here in fascinating detail”—The Flying Lady; “get this fun read and you’ll hit the roads with just a little more pride in America”—Old Cars Weekly.

Writer, researcher and photographer William Kaszynski has written several books on the meaning and history of roads in the United States. He lives in St. Paul, Minnesota.

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ISBN 13	9780786469239
ISBN 10	0786469234
Titel	The American Highway
Autor	William Kaszynski
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Bindungsart	Paperback
Verlag	McFarland & Co Inc
Erscheinungsjahr	2012-02-16
Seitenanzahl	237
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