1 comments about Lewis and Clark: The Maps of Exploration, 1507-1814 (University of Virginia Library).

1. This is a great collection of selected maps from history -- my favorite is the one of a skinny North America, with the Pacific Ocean right on the other side of the Appalachains. The title is somewhat misleading, since the book is mostly a compilation of the maps that were published well before the Lewis and Clark expedition. The descriptions of each map are brief, and the author often references other maps that aren't included in the book; I find myself really wanting to see one depiction of the world or another that's described but not presented. Overall this is a pretty cool book, though, especially if you've never seen some of these old maps.

No comments about Scenes in America Deserta.

No comments about Mt. Desert Island & Acadia National Park.

No comments about Waterfalls of Colorado.

5 comments about Trekking in Bolivia: A Traveler's Guide (Trekking In...).

1. We were looking for off the beaten path backpack trips. In Brain's book we found the standard 'Inca Trail' routes that everyone writes about in addition to trips where we would saw no other tourist for several days. There are about 3 times as many routes described in Brain's book compared to the Brandt Guide. Also we found the Brain book more up to date. The only disappointment was that some of the descriptions were just plain incorrect. I got a feeling that this book was rushed to press.



2. We found the maps and hiking times listed for destinations very inaccurate. The description of the trail routes lack detail and can be very confusing. One of the hikes we did in Boliva was the Choro Trial. This is ONE of the 3 Inca Trails in Boliva. One would assume that of any treks, this one would have been accurate. Not the case. If you are looking for a guide book to help you plan your treks in Boliva and/or Peru go with the Brant Guide book.



3. Don't bother buying this book, it is no good. Inaccurate maps and descriptions and smart-ass writing style.



4. Yossi Brain's Trekking in Bolivia is an excellent book from a superb mountain guide who obviously knows Bolivia and her mountains well. If you're planning on hiking in this magnificent country, then Brain's book is the one for you!



5. A good guide for longer trekking options. However, most of the are located in the same area. Could be better if the book had sorted them based on lenght and difficulty. For someone who is only going to trek, think it has a some great advice. However to get a little bit of both tourist trails and hardcore trek, I would not recommend this book

1 comments about National Geographic Guide Map New York State: New York State (National Geographic GuideMaps).

1. This map is ok if you need the lamination; however, it doesn't have as much detail as a regular Rand McNally map, so be forewarned. It's alright if you're not going anywhere tricky or improvising a lot on the fly.

2 comments about Fun Places to Go with Children in New York (Fun Places to Go With Children in New York).

1. Fantastic guide to cruise the backroads and major roads with a car full of kids. Both the well known attractions and the obscure are covered. Check the web sites to preview places to go before your vacation. Informative but not cluttered with useless information.



2. Who would have guessed it could be this easy! We found lots of great places to go and had a week of fun with the kids. This book is right on target, without the trendy babble. Can't wait to visit New York again.

3 comments about What Sucks About South Florida: The Travel-To, Move-To Guide.

1. Once I heard about this book, I really had to read it. What a great concept. I love a travel guide that intends to tell it like it is, rather than present a glossy, tourist center advertisement to dupe you into visiting.

   However, the information did not meet my expectations (based on the title). The "SUCKS" award was issued too infrequently throughout the book (e.g., only a few listed restaurants were dis-honored). The ranting (e.g., Boca, driving) was good and should have been used more often and effectively to demonstrate SUCK-ness.

   Great commentary, in parts, but too infrequent. Too much space wasted on "practical" information, such as TV cable company listings. More useful would be an explanation (rant) of why utilities, schools, etc., do or do not suck and how to best avoid the bad ones.

   Since the sub-title is "Strategies for Survival," I expected to see some. I did not, other than the listing of selected bad neighborhoods. "Do not go west of XYZ after dark" or "avoid moving to ABC at all costs" examples should have been more prevalent.

   I was surprised that Calle Ocho was not, and that Mount Trashmore was barely, mentioned. Several places I enjoy or do not like were not mentioned, but I tried to view the book as entertainment rather than a true reference.

   Overall, the book was entertaining but full of wasted potential. Can't wait for the sequel...




2. Great work; the author has strong opinions and isn't afraid to share them. If you're thinking about moving to Miami or Fort Lauderdale, you should definitely buy this book; it will prove an invaluable resource.

   The only book I've seen about the area where you can find anything other than tourist board jingoism.




3. I purchased the book primarily because of the hard-hitting title, I wanted to read something realistic and not just a bunch of hot air. I have to say that, at least in part, the book had a realistic tone to it. Unfortunatly the author dropped the ball and filled most of the pages with dry statistics and a lot of personal preferences and opinions. I can't say the book is a wast of time, but it is a slacker! To put it another way, I felt the book was probably 20% of full potential. After reading the book I was left with the feeling that the whole purpose of the writing was to keep people from moving to Florida.

No comments about Birnbaum's Disneyland, 1997: The Official Guide (Serial).

No comments about Short Escapes In New England: 25 Country Getaways for People Who Love to Walk (Fodor's Short Escapes Near Boston).