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Lonely Planet's The USA Book: review

The photos in Lonely Planet's The USA Book are stunning. Some are what you might expect to find, like the one of Niagara Falls, New York. Others offer a twist on expectations, as in the shot of Kentucky Derby horses - from the rear.

This pictorial gives brief general information about the USA as a whole, including music, sports, and government among other topics. There's a short list of Lonely Planet 'bests' which is interesting even if some, like the 'most spiritual place', are arguable. There's a synopsis by region and mention of half a dozen 'best road trips'. The US Territories are listed as well.

The USA Book looks at every state. The states are treated pretty equally, so while you can't easily prioritize the states by their wealth of attractions, you can get the flavor of each state. This is not for planning your vacation - it's a coffee table book with pictures and basic information such as state population, recommended 'essential experiences' and the best time of year to visit.

Posted by James Trotta at October 25, 2009 12:49 AM