Route 66, one of the greatest highways and road trips of. A very british guide to the worlds greatest road trip vicki graves. Petrified forest, az a new paved pullout has been developed along the park road within petrified forest national park, stated superintendent lee baiza. Score a books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Route 66 remembered by michael karl witzel, 9780760301142, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Compiled by kathy weiser, this remarkable site includes historical and current photographs, articles, tall tales, and memorabilia. The interstate is the high speed bullet train in the u. Route 66 art and route 66 artwork at fulcrumgallery.
Michael karl witzel has 28 books on goodreads with 464 ratings. An encyclopedia with a twist, the route 66 encyclopedia presents alphabetical entries on route 66 history, landmarks, personalities, and culture, from bobby troups anthem route 66 to the grapes of wrath to the wigwam motel, illustrated with over 1,000 old and new, color and blackandwhite photos and memorabilia. Fiction books about route 66 a list of novels about or whose locations prominently feature the former u. Books by michael karl witzel author of route 66 remembered.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The route 66 encyclopedia by jim hinckley, paperback barnes. Nine months later, missing them terribly, i decided it was time to fulfill a lifelong dream of driving cross country, believing i would do it just once and fly out to see them on subsequent trips. This site may be the most complete route 66 resource guide we have ever seen. Jan 18, 2020 us route 66 is a symbol of america, american culture. All route 66 artwork ships within 48 hours and includes a 30day moneyback guarantee. Southern belle book blog, hilaria alexander and typical distractions. Route 66 remembered has 2 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace.
It served a remarkable purpose and greatly exceeded the expectations of its constructors, so it comes is no surprise that route 66 wall art is so popular almost a century after the first road signs were erected. Be sure to check out the route 66 recipes kathy has. As a young child i remember route 66 in the 50s very fondly. This book is the first in a series, followed by hopes highway and song of the road. Mar 03, 2015 the first comprehensive cycling map of route 66 thirty years after it was officially decommissioned comes bicycle route 66the first all encompassing cycling map of the iconic byway. Watch our videos on youtube now on lincsview channel skiffle rock own music band from kingston upon hull. As i was reading a biblical story today, the thought of the television series and the reality of the bibles 66 books converged in my heart. Mike witzel is the awardwinning author of more than two dozen books, including the mbi bestsellers route 66 remembered, the american gas station, the american diner, and, most recently, legendary route 66.
It crosses eight states, three time zones, and covers 2,448 miles about 4,000 km. You can find all of my route 66 guides and articles here. New route 66 exhibit and pullout petrified forest national. Shop for the perfect route 66 gift from our wide selection of designs, or create your own personalized gifts. Route 66 remembered has 2 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace same low prices, bigger selection, more fun. Louis, oklahoma, kansas, new mexico, texas, and arizona. Buy a cheap copy of route 66 remembered motorbooks. As this splendid contribution to american popular history s. Us 66 was established on november 11, 1926, with road signs erected the following year.
A guide to the history, sights, and destinations along the main. Route 66 bridge over the chicago, rock island, and gulf railroad. Phillips 66 gasoline appropriates the magic numbers and logo as new gas stations sprout up along the highway. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Ez66 guide for travelers 3rd edition 3rd by jerry mcclanahan isbn. Im looking back over all the places ive been on the biblical books of highway route 66. A books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Doomed or not, by the 1960s, many points of interest were familiar landmarks to a new generation of travelers, and the television series route 66 was aired driving the mother road into homes all over america. The first comprehensive cycling map of route 66 outside online.
Guide materials to route 66 by jim ross, author, cartographer, photographer, preservationist, and consultant. Nm kevin mueller had seen the sign for the blue swallow motelin guide books and on the cover of coffee table books about route 66. This new pullout showcases a section of the old route 66 trace that passes through the park. But there are many places to stop and see things from the past, and experience the local flavor and vibe as you go. Read, highlight, and take notes, across web, tablet, and phone. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Although over 80% of original route 66 is still easily driveable, it is not on ordinary maps and signage is spotty. Inspired to buy the ez66 route 66 guide book for your trip. Since the dogooders abolished public hangings, the only show in town worth watching is the traffic on highway 66 heading west, and route 66. I knew absolutely nothing about route 66 and the disney movie, cars, had not yet been released. Get your reading kicks on route 66 welcome to city of stillwater.
On route 66 at least there was lots of different things to see and do. Apr 28, 2003 mike witzel is the awardwinning author of more than two dozen books, including the mbi bestsellers route 66 remembered, the american gas station, the american diner, and, most recently, legendary route 66. Travel the mother road with the stillwater public librarys new. Martins press was the first guidebook to the old road written in more than forty years, as well as the first to map the route since its decertification in 1985. The ez66 guide for travelers is the answer to finding. Apr 11, 2019 miami, seat of ottawa county, oklahoma, is nicknamed gateway to oklahoma. Route 66 series in order dorothy garlock fictiondb. Highway 66 us 66 or route 66, also known as the will rogers highway, the main street of america or the mother road, was one of the original highways in the u. The books below are the ones i would recommend to photographers, not necessarily the general public. He has appeared on discovery channels worlds top ten fast food restaurants and tailfins and driveins.
After seventeen years of research, michael wallis has compiled the definitive book on the most legendary road in american history. Route 66 publications route 66 maps books photography. Michael karl witzels most popular book is route 66 remembered. Buy route 66 shire library usa by david knudson isbn. Stanley marsh iii, owner of the cadillac ranch, amarillo, texas. Books that honor a part of american history and serve as educational tools or travel guides for route 66. Route 66 remembered motorbooks classic by witzel, michael karl and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. He has written books on the mother road, including route 66 in illinois, missouri, st. Wallis weaves together a rich tapestry of eight decades that chronicles the road from its founding to its demise with the advent of the interstate. My husband remembered he had this state farm road atlas from 1952, so we dug it out and found route 66, and thought, thatd be kind of cool.
Otherwise, please check your road map, recalibrate your gps coordinates, and come back later new book. From the very popular ez66 travel guide and eight state map series, to beautiful image books, and others filled with history, youll find everything you need to travel this historic pavement. Nov 06, 20 so there you have it, our best books for planning a route 66 trip. The book also includes the routes history, along with route 66 trivia, timeline, terms, and mustsee attractions on and near route 66.
In the books section, youll find a variety of books ranging from guidebooks youll wear out on the road on your next route 66 trip, to beautiful coffee table books that will inspire you and your guests into taking that route 66 trip of a lifetime. Aug 22, 2007 after purchasing seven books about route 66, i can make some solid recommendations for what ive found to be most useful. Route 66 united states all you need to know before you go. Route 66 maps here it is the route 66 map series books, and dvds offered for sale. Highway route 66, compiled by a librarian, that are currently available. Mar 16, 2018 new route 66 exhibit and pullout along petrified forest national park road. The mother road is the best book we have to tell us what we are seeing. Shop for route 66 art from the worlds greatest living artists. Route 66 no longer exists but you can still trace the route of the old road, most of which is still drivable. I was 28 years old, knew next to nothing about route 66 and had never been to the us before the whole experience was new and exciting. Find route 66 books to prepare your trip down route 66. These are only orientation maps and not detailed for following the route. It is a mustsee trip for americans and nonamericans. Route 66 is gone the one we see on tv and remember from old movies or life, depending on your age.
To make that trip a success, we advise you to take some maps with you, in addition to a. There are obviously dozens of books about route 66 available, with more coming out all the time this isnt meant to be a comprehensive guide, just a short article on which ones weve found to be the most useful. The most popular highway in america goes by many names, but while some call it the main street of america or the mother road, it is commonly referred to as route 66. Travel the mother road with the stillwater public librarys new book. Historic route 66 trading post and library welcome to the oldest route 66 website. Route 66, the passage west, the road of flight, the mother road. Best books for planning a route 66 trip the lost adventure. Ill will still remember when life was a little less hectic and more enjoyable. Choose your favorite route 66 designs and purchase them as wall art, home decor, phone cases, tote bags, and more. John steinbeck described route 66 as the mother road and that stuck as one of its many nicknames.