<p>This book is a complete guide for those who are keen to explore the American great outdoors as an independent traveller&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The book celebrates the American national parks extols the virtues of long distance road trips and examines the concept of Americana.</p><p><br></p><p>The book includes nine long-distance road trips featuring the most famous and most accessible national parks and other notable sites.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Each chapter includes advice about being on the road accommodation things not to miss and critically discusses some of the wider cultural aspects of American society.</p><p><br></p><p>All the chapters are peppered with examples of road-related Americana designed to enhance an American great outdoors experience.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Readers are invited to explore how the American great outdoors can open up opportunities not just for recreation but also re-creation - of the mind and spirit.</p><p><br></p>