{"product_id":"here-we-are-on-route-66-a-journey-down-americas-main-street-9798317903466","title":"Here We Are . . . on Route 66: A Journey Down America's Main Street","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Jim Hinckley\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Motorbooks International\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Motorbooks International\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Special Interest - Roadside Attractions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHere We Are ... on Route 66 \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eprovides 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.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSpanning nearly 2,500 miles and eight states--Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California--\u003cb\u003eAmerica's Main Street\u003c\/b\u003e has given rise to a colorful assortment of \u003cb\u003eroadhouses\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003emotels\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003egreasy spoons\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eroadside amusements\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003ebreathtaking natural scenery\u003c\/b\u003e. Acclaimed Route 66 historian Jim Hinckley offers a carefully curated selection of these sites, ranging from the iconic to the revelatory. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eArranged 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 \u003cb\u003ecolorful photography\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eevocative historical imagery\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003ecollectibles like postcards, ads, and more\u003c\/b\u003e. Topics include: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTowns and Cities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural Wonders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoadside Attractions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEateries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotels and Hotels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusic, Film, and TV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHinckley is perhaps the most \u003cb\u003einternationally recognized authority on the subject\u003c\/b\u003e of America's Main Street. This collection offers you \u003cb\u003ethe stories behind Route 66 icons\u003c\/b\u003e 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAt 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, \u003ci\u003eHere We Are ... on Route 66\u003c\/i\u003e is \u003cb\u003ea must-have for your Route 66 bookshelf\u003c\/b\u003e.","brand":"Motorbooks International","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47889599725719,"sku":"9798317903466","price":3473.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9798317903466.webp?v=1781177031","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/here-we-are-on-route-66-a-journey-down-americas-main-street-9798317903466","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}