Backroads
of Washington, a prose-and-picture
journey along the scenic byways of one of
America's most photogenic states, comes the
closest I've ever seen to being a road trip
in book form. I happened to read it when I
was actually in Washington, but if I hadn't,
this book would have left me eager to go.
Author Diana Fairbanks is a Washington native
who grew up taking Sunday drives with her
family on the routes she describes. Her engaging
prose dovetails beautifully with the entrancing
images of photographer Mike Sedam, also a
local expert. Rare is the book that qualifies
as both an excellent coffee table enhancement
and a true road trip planning resource. This
book makes the grade...[Read
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