Author: Karen J. HallFRIENDS of the Blue Ridge Parkway In
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Keywords: images, america, parkway, ridge, blue, building
Number of Pages: 128
Published: 2007-08-15
List price: $21.99
ISBN-10: 0738552879
ISBN-13: 9780738552873

The Blue Ridge Parkway began as a dream in the late 1800s and became reality in 1983 when the 469-mile scenic highway was completed. Construction of the Blue Ridge Parkway began in September 1935 at Cumberland Knob. Heavy construction was done by contractors who won bids for the different projects along various sections of the parkway. Civilian Conservation Corps troops took care of the roadsides, landscaping, and structure building. As part of Franklin Roosevelt’s New Deal, this project was intended to provide jobs throughout the region. Images of America: Building the Blue Ridge Parkwa

Author: F. Lynne Bachleda
Publisher: Menasha Ridge Press
Keywords: parkway, trace, natchez, guide
Number of Pages: 176
Published: 2005-04-10
List price: $14.95
ISBN-10: 0897325958
ISBN-13: 9780897325950

A unique journey through the heart of the Deep South, The Natchez Trace Parkway traverses 444 miles from Natchez, Mississippi, across the mighty Tennessee River in northwestern Alabama, to its northern terminus just shy of Nashville, Tennessee. For travelers planning a visit or already on the way, Guide to the Natchez Trace will help them discover all that the historic byway has to offer. From milepost to milepost, discover an ancient trail blazed hundreds of years ago by Native Americans that, in the early nineteenth century, became a trekking road for river boaters, who had sold their goods

Author: Marianna De Marco Torgovnick
Publisher: University Of Chicago Press
Keywords: parkway, ocean, crossing
Number of Pages: 187
Published: 1997-01-15
List price: $28.00
ISBN-10: 0226808300
ISBN-13: 9780226808307

The acclaimed author of Gone Primitive interweaves autobiographical moments with engrossing interpretations of American cultural icons, from Dr. Doolittle to Lionel Trilling, from The Godfather to Camille Paglia, to create this unflinching account of crossing cultural boundaries--of what it means to be an Italian American.

Authors:Victoria Logue, Frank Logue, Nicole Blouin,
Publisher: Menasha Ridge Press
Keywords: parkway, ridge, blue, guide
Number of Pages: 160
Published: 2003-07-01
List price: $13.95
ISBN-10: 0897325508
ISBN-13: 9780897325509

Flowing among the beautiful mountains and valleys of Virginia and North Carolina, the 469-mile-long Blue Ridge Parkway is a true American jewel. Built to expose motorists to nature as well as to preserve its beauty, the Parkway still delivers unrivaled beauty today. Whether going for the day or driving the entire parkway, visitors will want to grab a copy of the Guide to the Blue Ridge Parkway in order to aid their exploration.With a new cover and text design, this milepost guide highlights the many significant points of interest located on and nearby the Parkway, including Mount Mitchell, the

Author: Glen Wanner
Publisher: Pennywell Press
Keywords: natchez, trace, scenic, routes, nearby, guide, bicycling, parkway
Number of Pages: 219
Published: 2005-09-30
List price: $15.95
ISBN-10: 0963779869
ISBN-13: 9780963779861

Author: Karen J. HallThe Friends of the Blue Ridge Parkwa
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Keywords: history, series, postcard, parkway, ridge, blue
Number of Pages: 128
Published: 2006-04-26
List price: $19.99
ISBN-10: 0738542245
ISBN-13: 9780738542249

In the late 1890s, the Blue Ridge Parkway was envisioned by many as a great getaway and nature preserve. The concept materialized in the early 20th century, when John D. Rockefeller donated the first $5 million to begin purchasing land for the project. Located at the top of the great Appalachian ridges, the parkway covers 469 winding miles of mountains and meadows lined with lush wildflowers, old farms, and split-rail fences. Inspiring scenery makes for a journey rich in history and mountain culture.

Authors:Elizabeth Skinner, Charlie Skinner,
Publisher: Menasha Ridge Press
Keywords: ridge, blue, parkway, drive, guide, bicycling, skyline
Number of Pages: 224
Published: 2004-05-10
List price: $15.95
ISBN-10: 0897325613
ISBN-13: 9780897325615

There is no ribbon of highway more ideal for cycling than the Skyline Drive and Blue Ridge Parkway – they both entice the senses and physically challenge the body. The new edition of Bicycling the Blue Ridge continues as the definitive guide to this cyclist’s dream road, offering completely updated information on lodging, bike shops, campgrounds, road crossings, points of interest, bed and breakfasts, panoramic views, groceries, and more. Written with racers, touring cyclists, and recreational cyclists in mind, this milepost-by-milepost guide covers every inch of the 574-mile path between