This was just about the most helpful of the guide books I bought or read prior to our recent trip to New York. Very helpful and worth the money. Great maps and current information.

We took this guidebook with us to NYC 3 weeks ago and found it invaluable. The level of detail is wonderful, and the size is compact enough to fit in a purse or totebag. We used the book multiple times throughout the day for the subway map, the streets, locations of landmarks and other popular spots, the footpaths in Central Park, and on and on and on. I would highly recommend this guide to anyone going to the City.

I have used Michael Middleditch's Penguin map guides of London and Paris and found them to be attractive and incredibly useful, but they all pale before the excellent job he did with THE NEW YORK MAP GUIDE. For once, he does a great job showing bus as well as subway routes (a problem with the Paris and London guides). The introductory material on places of interest and the back-of-the-book guide to parks, New York architecture, entertainments, and walking tours are compact and exceedingly well done.

My only complaint is that not exactly all of Manhattan is mapped: missing are Inwood, Washington Heights, Spanish Harlem, and parts of Harlem. Okay, so these aren't exactly the biggest tourist draws, but I would kind of like to see how to get to the Cloisters and a couple of other tourist sights. Perhaps the publisher should have drawn a few pictures of dragons and sea monsters along the unmapped tierra incognita...

But why kvetch? So there's a slice taken out of the Big Apple! There's enough left to help fuel several excellent vacations. I couldn't imagine taking a trip to NYC without it.

ok, look im not going to tell you about the book because thats what everyone does! I'm just going to tell you that these books are amazing but I suggest that you read them in order or they might be confusing!

I thought the book was pretty good. I was sort of glad that Allison took the picture of Shylo and Dean in the Midwest Girls (I hate the name Shylo!!!) If only Dean could have stayed in the pageant while Shylo would be sent packing. I hated the way she treated her twin sister. If she wanted to take her feeling out on someone, she had no right to take it out on Shelby. I got so happy when Tori got smacked but it also made me even more angry when Allison threatened her. When I went to the book store I found the National Pageant book and looked to the back to find out who the winner was (I could't wait to find out and I did that with all the other books too, hehehe). Allison kind of makes me like her, and then again she makes me hate her guts (it switchs back and forth). I like Dean a lot but he really should stop teling people that his girlfriend (Katie Laramie) is in the pageant. Somebody could just blurt it out or they could turm against Dean and tell Mrs. Crownwell-Stevens. I felt so sorry when Kimber found out what her mother did. But when I read the part when they were at the hospital I thought it was wrong of Mrs. Crownwell-Stevens to get mad at the nurse when she was just telling her about the blood being different (it wasn't her fault Kimber and her dad's blood were different). Anyways, I liked Mrs. Crownwell-Stevens, and the book was just as great as the others!!!

This book rocks! I was so suprised when Seirra's boyfriend, Kevin, asked to marry him! What does she say? I'm not telling! Justin is up to his old tricks--this time, with Tamara! And Allison--well...I think she's the meanest "villian" ever--that makes her great! Read it!

This book was given to me as a gift from a friend of mine who knows how fanatically in love with my home state I am. I was skeptical, expecting another quaintifying take on how picturesque Vermont supposedly is. Instead, I found a thoughtful, well-researched book, full of discoveries and anecdotes surprising even to a Vermonter whose family has lived in the state for generations. Husher captures what's truly amazing about the state, and any small place really - the accessibility and exhilarating simplicity of its beauty and its history.

This book describes a number of fascinating ordinary places that are tucked around the state of Vermont. What makes the places fascinating is Husher's historical details- -for each place, she tells the story of how the site came to be and what made it famous. Some of the sites, like the Donohue Sea Caves are eons old, while others like the Bread and Puppet Museum were developed only recently. Some are famous, like Champ, the monster of the deep, while others are virtually unknown, like the Fenian Raids of 1866 and 1870.

Although Husher probably didn't intend to make a statement about art, I found the juxtaposition of the state highway rest area art and the Bread and Circus Musuem quite telling. She describes how a group of artists, including some famous ones, in the 1970s created a series of sculptures to be displayed to ordinary people at rest stops. Since this was to be people's art, it was made in ordinary media such as concrete. Funny enough, even though people drive by these creations every day and walk right past them at the rest stops, nobody seems to notice them, and the concrete is rotting away in the elements. Is this a tragedy? For whom? It seems to me that if the art is so unengaging that people don't notice it even when it's placed right in front of their faces, it's not art at all but a sad Emperor's new clothes kind of waste of space. In contrast, other art described in this book, such as the puppets at the Bread and Puppet Circus are so compelling and interesting, that they draw people in to see them in such a far-off corner of the state as Glover. Likewise, the sculpted granite headstones in the Hope Cemetery in Barre were created by artists who work in a medium that would last for generations. That's because they were doing their art on commission, responding to the wishes of their patrons and communicating through their art to their entire community. The abandoned highway art seems more like taunt the audience- -give them something incomprehensible and ugly, but since the audience won't appreciate it anyway, don't bother to make it last.

This is a well-written, relaxing read that takes pleasure in common things. Far from being a guidebook in the usual sense, it guides the reader into a state of mind that helps him view his own world with more interest, even if he never visits Husher's Vermont.

I found this book to be great in all phases that I donated a copy to the USS Leyte CV 32 Association. There it is exposed to thousands of members at their reunions.In Knowing Sean Milligan he has the know how of editing a book.

I enjoyed the rich historical knowledge that is shared in this volume of the Images of America Series which I admire very much. It is full of precious photos of P-51s, B-17s and many other planes. The book tells of the legendary Airbase known to all as Quonset Point, Rhode Island...

This book brings back memories for thoes who served in the military. It is also a useful tool for thoes interested in ecconomic development. You will see how different Naval Air Stations have the same things in common -deep water ports-landing strips-rail connections-access to roads to major cities. They are all perfect for industry or intermodal transportation. Sean Milligan has lots more information to share and there are more books to follow on these topics. The photos are great and everyone I let read my book were very moved. It was like watching someone look at an old school yearbook. I think you or your family will get a kick out of seeing this piece of history. ENJOY

This book is excellent. If you've ever been stuck in traffic in or around New York then this book is a must have. I can't count the number of times this book has helped me get out of jams and save valuable time. An absolute must have for anyone who dares to drive in New York.

This book has wonderful tips for traveling in and around the city (it even has tips for getting out to the Hamptons without losing your mind!) A great book to own and a fun book to give.

When at law school in New York in 1965, I drove taxicab at night and learned a great deal about the city in three years. Today when I visit the city many old tricks work, but many changes mean more new ones are needed. This book fills a great need for me, and I think I know my way around. A newcomer can do nothing but benefit from as much of this book as they choose to master. I carry it in the car in case I will be driving there where my daughter lives and works. Keeping traffic in motion is the secret to city driving and pleasure.

I have enjoyed many of the rides detailed in this book. They are among the most scenic I have experienced. But the author goes beyond simply choosing routes based on scenery, terrain, mileage, etc. He also seems to have a knowledge and appreciation for the different elements of the routes themselves. It's not uncommon for him to mention historical highlights of the communities the rides pass through, or the significance of landmarks along the routes. What the cyclist gets from this book is not just "go 1.2 miles, turn left and go to the end", but also a wealth of information about the rides that adds a whole new dimension to the cycling experience. This book is a must for anyone who enjoys a good bike ride.

Howard's routes are excellent - he always finds the most scenic routes through towns, managing to avoid the larger busier roads in most cases. He pays close attention to safety details - ie: when you take his trips, you won't come across a stop sign at the bottom of a steep hill unless he specifically mentions it.

I have done several of the rides, and highly recommend this book or any of the others he has done.

Brad Charbonneau

I concur with rweiner's review. Over the past 8 years I have enjoyed many of the routes that Howard has written about. I have found that his ride descriptions, directions, and assessment of the level of difficulty are very clear and consistent. His books have introduced me to areas of New England that I never would have experienced any other way. I look forward to enjoying more of his rides in the future as I continue to try out new routes from his books.

200 Waterfalls In Central & Western New York is an especially well organized and presented recreational guide to a dazzling, beautiful, sometimes unexpected but always memorable assortment of natural waterfalls in the New York area. Maps, directions, time and effort required to reach them, as well as the distinctive features of each waterfall are listed in this handy, convenient and highly practical vacationer's guide. If you are an outdoor enthusiast and planning to travel through the central and western regions of New York State, then begin planning your excursion's daily itinerary by browsing through the pages of Rich and Sue Freeman's 200 Waterfalls In Central & Western New York.

Rich and Sue Freeman have come out with another must-have Finger Lakes guide book. This one, called "200 Waterfalls in Central & Western NY," is a well-done guidebook of accessible waterfalls complete with driving directions, access trails and photographs. Their descriptions include information and some historical notes. Whether a year round resident with out of town visitors or a summer resident, you will find this book a fine reference for area waterfalls. Mark this book as a good gift too.
Leona Jensen, The Observer

"200 Waterfalls in Central & Western NY" is an especially well organized and presented recreational guide to a dazzling, beautiful, sometimes unexpected but always memorable assortment of natural waterfalls in NY. Maps, directions, time and effort required to reach them, as well as distinctive features of each waterfall are listed in this handy, convenient and highly practical vacationer's guide. If you are an outdoor enthusiast and planning to travel through the central and western regions of New York State, then begin planning your excursion's daily itinerary by browsing through the pages of Rich & Sue Freeman's "200 Waterfalls in Central & Western NY."
The Midwest Book Review - Buhle's Bookshelf

Vermont has many attractions, no matter what season. Visit during the flowery summers, or in the spring when blooms are just showing their heads. Venture here in autumn when the mountains are bathed in color, or in winter when ice and snow create a winter wonderland. Whenever you visit, be sure to have this book in hand.

From cycling on backroads and hiking along ridgetops to swimming in tranquil lakes and skiing on powdery snow, Beth Dugger introduces you to the many adventures of Vermont. Recommended accommodations include family-run B&Bs, secluded log cabins and five-star resorts. Selected restaurants cover everything from roadside BBQs to intimate dining rooms to picnic suppliers.

"...intended for the adventure-minded travelers with special affection for the outdoors and nature. Each Adventure Guide packs in outdoor-oriented activities set in different regions. There's something for nearly everyone." Midwest Book Review

"The leading guide for information and activities... knowledgeable in its details." Library Booknotes

Armed with my copy of this book and The RoMANtic's Guide, my wife and I were off to New York for a special romantic weekend. I couldn't have done it without these two books. My wife was amazed at the places we saw, slept and ate.

The photographs are breath-taking, the writing a pleasure in itself, a perfect coffee table book, a very well put together guide that provides a lot of intresting places to try out in NYC

This book revives a romantic vision of New York that has been forgotten. It offers intimate insight into wonderful corners of space in New York. The writing is clever and descriptive and the full-page bleed photographs are dramatic and stunning.

Dwight Landis has authored and photographed what should be considered the standard reference work for fly fishers in Pennsylvania. He has condensed this immense commonwealth of trout fisheries into a fact-filled and fun read that can give guidance to old and new anglers alike. More than a broad collection of scouting reports, this book lets the reader look through the eyes of a single wise angler who shares hard fact with personal experience. The result is better trout fishing for us all.

I've looked at all the books out there about fly fishing in Pennsylvania. Nothing comes close as a comprehensive guide to Pa. streams. As I travel thru Pa. I've often seen streams I could only wonder what kind of fishing was there. Now I can look up these streams and plan a fishing trip based on Landis' great work. This guy knows what he's talking about. He's right on in every instance. For guys who sit in front of the fireplace all winter with topo maps and books, this book is a must ! Also for the guy who doesn't like crowds and doesn't mind a hike, Landis has some great getaways !

I met Dwight at Shippenburg University in 1994. He is a very personal fellow and a sporting gentleman. I got his book and his signature at his book signing at SHIP. This is a MUST have book for fishing the streams of PA. I own the first edition and have seen the second. Whenever I go on trips the book is right along my side. (I guess I should get another one since mine is signed and it's getting so beat up). Learn hatches, and also some bait techniques that are taylored to each stream. The maps are very handy and get you to the stream of your choice. Also,there are pictures, of which some anglers may consider "secret-spots". How does Mr. Landis have this much time to fish!?