Off the Beaten Page: The Best Trips for Lit Lovers, Book Clubs, and Girls on Getaways

by Terri Peterson Smith

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Description Destinations that offer meaningful cultural experiences. Blending literature and travel, this book offers a look at 15 U.S. destinations featured in the works of famous writers. Designed as a guide to help avid bibliophiles experience, in person, the places theyve only read about, award-winning journalist Terri Peterson Smith takes readers on lively tours that include a Mark Twain inspired steamboat cruise on the Mississippi, a Devil in the White City view of Chicago in the Gilded Age, a voyage through the footsteps of the immigrants and iconoclasts of San Francisco, and a look at low country Charlestons rich literary tradition. With advice on planning stress-free group travel and lit trip tips for novices, this resource also features beyond the book experiences, such as Broadway shows, Segway tours, and kayaking, making it a one-of-a-kind reference for anyone who wants to extend the experience of a great read.

Publisher Description

Off the Beaten Page encourages avid readers, particularly those in book clubs and other groups, to leave the security of their living rooms and seek to experience in person the places they've read about. Inspired by years of excursions with her own book club, award-winning journalist Terri Peterson Smith offers lively, expert guidance through fifteen US destinations ideal for anyone eager to mix their love of travel and quality time with friends or family with their desire for meaningful cultural experiences.

Author Biography

Terri Peterson Smith is a journalist and editor. Her work has been featured in "Acura Style," " Better Homes and Gardens," "Continental," "National Geographic Green Guide," and "Scientific American." She lives in Edina, Minnesota.

Details

  • ISBN 1613744269
  • ISBN-13 9781613744260
  • Title Off the Beaten Page: The Best Trips for Lit Lovers, Book Clubs, and Girls on Getaways
  • Author Terri Peterson Smith
  • Format Paperback
  • Year 2013
  • Pages 290
  • Publisher Chicago Review Press
  • Dimensions5.6 in. x 0.7 in. x 8.4 in.
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