Here We Are . . . on Route 66 provides the fascinating histories
of iconic landmarks and cultural touchstones associated with America's
most famous highway--and celebrates lesser-known gems just off the
beaten path.
Spanning nearly 2,500 miles and eight states--Illinois, Missouri,
Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and
California--America's Main Street has given rise to a colorful
assortment of roadhouses, motels, greasy spoons, roadside
amusements, and breathtaking natural scenery. Acclaimed Route 66
historian Jim Hinckley offers a carefully curated selection of these
sites, ranging from the iconic to the revelatory.
Arranged by classic Route 66 topics, is a beautifully produced history
rather than a guidebook. Each spread gives you a different 66 site or
attraction, along with a concise and authoritative history illustrated
with colorful photography, evocative historical imagery, and
collectibles like postcards, ads, and more. Topics include:
- Towns and Cities
- Natural Wonders
- Roadside Attractions
- Eateries
- Motels and Hotels
- Music, Film, and TV
Hinckley is perhaps the most internationally recognized authority on
the subject of America's Main Street. This collection offers you the
stories behind Route 66 icons such as Baxter Springs and Tucumcari,
Meramec Caverns, Arroyo Seco Byway, Berghoff's and the Oatman Hotel,
Munger Moss and Wigwam Motel--and dozens more. Hinckley also treats you
to a fresh look at lesser known but deserving attractions.
At nearly a century old, Route 66 remains the embodiment of the classic
American highway. Written by an acknowledged authority on the subject,
wonderfully illustrated, and presented in a manner that allows you to
dip in and out, Here We Are . . . on Route 66 is a must-have for
your Route 66 bookshelf.
