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The thirty-eight urban gems covered here range from newly created linear spaces along the water's edge, such as Brooklyn Bridge Park and the East River Waterfront Esplanade, to revitalized squares and circles, such as those at Gansevoort Plaza in the...

You know the Carnegie Institute and the Philadelphia Museum of Art, but have you ever visited the Toy Robot Museum in Adamstown or Bill's Old Bike Barn in Bloomsburg? The Tom Mix Museum in Mix Run? The Houdini Museum in Scranton? Pennsylvania's many...

Known for its beauty and its bounty, the Chesapeake Bay stretches nearly 200 miles from the mouth of the Susquehanna River (north of Baltimore, MD) to the coastal communities on the southernmost part of the Virginia. The Bay plays an important role in...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781935439202Author Brian McManusFormat PaperbackPage Count 180Imprint Ig PublishingPublisher Ig PublishingWeight(grams) 167g

Although known predominantly for its Pennsylvania Dutch culture, the Gettysburg battlefield, and the cities of Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York, south-central Pennsylvania is home to many tracts of public lands that offer a diverse array of hiking...

In 111 Places in Buffalo That You Must Not Miss, author Brian Hayden reveals the lesser-known stories, off-the-beaten path locales, and hidden gems that make Buffalo and nearby Niagara Falls extraordinary. Journey through the region and explore...

Discover the Delmarva Peninsula through this new travel guide. Delmarva consists of portions of three states--DELaware, MAryland, and VirginiA--and separates the Chesapeake Bay from the Atlantic Ocean, Delaware Bay, and Delaware River. Fifty stories...

Learn the history and look at emerging tourism during the 1920s in New Jersey, through 276 postcards, vintage photographs, and fascinating accounts of real-life experiences of the day. Consider the best of times enjoyed by wealthy and middle class...

The Pennsylvania capital city has dynamic architecture and a remarkable skyline, beautiful parks, and important transportation routes along the mighty Susquehanna River near the middle of the state. Learn why the city thrived during the 19th century due...

Worcester, Massachusetts, a birthplace of the American Revolution, is a city of many industrial firsts, including Eli Whitney's cotton gin, Elias Howe's sewing machine, Dr. Russell L. Hawes' machine for folding plain paper into envelopes, and Ester...

Often regarded as a highly industrialized state, Pennsylvania contains some of the most unique and pristine natural and wild areas in the northeastern United States. Through magnificent photography, see the diversity of nature that awaits visitors at...

Explore Pennsylvania and celebrate what the Keystone State has to offer. From whitewater thrills in Ohiopyle State Park to quiet Sunday afternoons in Towanda, Pennsylvania has something for everyone. Discover Witchcraft Road in Berks County, or attend a...

Lancaster County Bucket List is a bible of the region's most iconic destinations, from the classic to the quirky. Going beyond a guidebook, the author offers up more than 100 diverse experiences and describes in short, opinionated essays what makes...

Discover Pittsburgh's historic sites, modern downtown, famous rivers, recreation, and arts. Witness the city's progression from an outpost and battleground in the colonial war for the control of North America to one of the nation's most important...

From the founding of democracy in the Western Hemisphere to the modern skyscrapers, take a quick yet in-depth tour of America's sixth-largest city. From Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell you will continue on to its beautiful parks, annual flower...

This book uses beautiful photography and extensive research to describe the best and most-important preserved natural areas in Pennsylvania. The locations feature outstanding old-growth forests, wildflower preserves, waterfalls, natural beaches, deep...

Relive the experience of a meander down the Ocean City, New Jersey, boardwalk. Beautiful imagery from the past and present will take you on a tour of the arcades, thrill rides, souvenir shops, and candy and popcorn stops that have become hallmarks of...

Explore over 18 beloved ghost towns in New Jersey through over 200 black and white and color photographs, historic vignettes, and touring information. These are some of the oldest and best-preserved ghost towns in America, from the Revolutionary...

From the founding of democracy in the Western Hemisphere to the modern skyscrapers, take a quick yet in-depth tour of America's sixth-largest city. From Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell you will continue on to its beautiful parks, annual flower...

Discover every corner of Pennsylvania, from the place where the United States began to the shores of Lake Erie to the first-class city of Pittsburgh, historic Scranton, and the rural farmland, forestland, and small towns in between. Visit...

A visual story and celebration of ocean community, passion, and the New York surfer soul New York surfing is mad. Breaks are hard to access, waves are inconsistent, winter (which produces the best waves) is brutal. You might risk almost anything...

This journey through Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, captures a glimpse of Amish Country through 240 color photographs of unique signs in their natural settings. The signs and graphics of official markers, one-room schoolhouses, roadside stands, cottage...

Home to many rare and endangered flora and fauna and a 17 trillion-gallon aquifer, the Pinelands National Reserve is New Jersey's largest natural resource and needs to be preserved for future generations. This monograph is the product of a nine-year...

More than 120 photographs capture the history and contemporary sights of Philadelphia. From the "most historic square mile" in the country to one of the largest urban parks in the world and then to the realms of sports and cheesesteaks, 120...

Philadelphia is known as the City of Brotherly Love and nothing symbolizes this more clearly than the city's historic and artistic landmarks. Through this essential guide for tourists, history buffs, and the simply curious, 130 monuments and memorials...

Journey to Bucks County, Pennsylvania, for an intimate depiction of a community that's known throughout the world for its natural beauty and nurturing of the arts. Explore remnants of the county's 330-year history through 191 images and story-essays,...

Cape May's favorite beacon shines brightly in 90 picturesque scenes. Photographed at different angles for contrasting perspectives, the Cape May Lighthouse is shown through all the seasons. The text traces the history of how the lighthouse came to be and...

Pennsylvania's Lancaster County. Those words conjure images of sprawling, fertile farmland, horses with buggies, and covered bridges. But Lancaster County is much more. The historic City of Lancaster is home to a large historic district and is a popular...

Cape May, New Jersey, is one of America's most popular vacation destinations. Revisit, or experience for the first time, through 132 color images, the award-winning beach, outstanding Bed and Breakfasts, and the Victorian architecture. Frolic with...

Thousands of people visit Barnegat Lighthouse every year at the north end of Long Beach Island, New Jersey. Over 100 beautiful color images in this book provide views of the lighthouse and surrounding scenery in every season. Lighted for the first time...

For the past 30 plus years, in August, the Lancaster Bicycle Club sponsors a "Covered Bridge Century" ride, offering 100, 50, and 25 kilometer rides including six covered bridges. The 219 vibrant color photographs show the bridges in every...

Philadelphia has a style unto itself, birthed from two of its founding fathers and well-known citizens, William Penn and Benjamin Franklin. This book takes a unique and entertaining approach, organizing an exploration of the city's style and traditions...

While Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is best know for the role it played in a pivotal three-day battle in 1863 during America's Civil War, the beauty of this historic town and its surroundings are less well known. Over 140 eye-catching color photos and an...

This mesmerizing photographic and literary log book unravels the mysteries of more than 70 islands dotting the sea from New York Harbor at the mouth of the Hudson to Fishers Island Sound. This magical island world, hiding in plain sight, is revealed...

Find Your Way to Pennsylvania's Most Beautiful Waterfalls Waterfalls create a feeling of serenity, a sense of restrained power. Their grandeur takes our breath away. Their gentle sounds complement periods of meditation. Let award-winning photographer...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781583554838Author James KavanaghPage Count 1Imprint Waterford Press LtdPublisher Waterford Press LtdWeight(grams) 43g

Vivid colour photographs of covered bridges in 20 Pennsylvania counties document their beauty, diversity, and structural engineering. Once dubbed "kissing bridges" because they offered a discreet place for couples to enjoy a smooch, Pennsylvania's...

EAST SIDE, WEST SIDE, ALL AROUND THE TOWNWhile it may seem that every possible attraction in New York City has been written about, Off the Beaten (Subway) Track is the city's first guide to focus on one hundred unique, off-the-beaten-path destinations...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781990823084Author Tom BegnalFormat HardbackPage Count 220Imprint The Sutherland House Inc.Publisher The Sutherland House Inc.

Governors Island is a 172-acre park just 800 yards from Manhattan. It was a military base for 200 years and only opened to the public in 2004. Today it draws 500,000 visitors a season. This insightful guidebook is for any visitor to the island: a...