The National Parks: America's Best Idea
Dayton Duncan and Ken Burns. Released as a companion to the PBS television series that ran this fall, this book is full of beautiful pictures and historical narratives.
Off the Tourist Trail: 1,000 Unexpected Travel Alternatives
Bill Bryson. The book's introduction summarizes the books purpose: "If you don't wish to vacation with millions of others, you simply have to take a little more care choosing where you go."
The National Parks: Our American Landscape
Lonely Planet's 1,000 Ultimate Experiences
Lonely Planet. Discover the trips you've dreamed of taking, from Africa's Serengeti National Park to Australia's Ghan train.
Adirondack Moments
Gloryland
Shelton Johnson. This novel, written a Yosemite Park Ranger himself, brings to life African-American soldiers who find a home in the newly-created Yosemite National Park and served as the first Park Rangers there. A great read for those seeking rich historical writings in our American experience and lovers of national parks.
