Mark Twain's semi-autobiographical travel memoir, "Roughing It" was written between 1870-1871 and subsequently published in 1872. Billed as a prequel to "Innocents Abroad", in which Twain details his travels aboard a pleasure cruise through Europe and the Holy Land in 1867, "Roughing It" conversely documents Twain's early days in the old wild west between the years 1861-1867. Employing his characteristically humoristic wit and flare for regional dialect,...

The Hawaiian Islands are the most remote major island group on Earth.

Zoe D'amato treks to the fiery crater of the Kilauea Shield volcanoes on Big Island, explores the old whaling islands of Maui, and more.

"Comprehensive and completely up-to-date, Frommer's Hawaii 2020 covers all the major Hawaiian islands, and takes you from world-famous beaches to secluded rain-forests and everywhere in between. Frommer's expert authors--both journalists who specialize in Hawaii--know every inch of the islands and they're not afraid to tell the truth. With their reliable, straight-shooting advice, you'll be snorkeling in palm-fringed lagoons, catching the sunrise...

Discover the six islands of Kauai, Hawaii, Lanai, Molokai, Maui, and Oahu (program 1). Go back hundreds of years to a time when Polynesian explorers and their families left in search of a land free of strife, hunger, and persecution to find Hawaii (program 2). Shows how the 19th and 20th centuries introduced disease, greed, and violence to the islands. Post World War II Hawaii becomes a popular vacation destination, as the state struggles to protect...

Journey to three of the most exotic, mysterious, and remote islands on Earth: Madagascar, Borneo, and Hawaii. These isolated and iconic tropical islands harbor remarkable wildlife and human castaways found nowhere else on Earth. In a rapidly changing world, these fragile islands are a vital gauge for the health of the planet.

"This beautifully illustrated guide from National Geographic reveals 500 of the best tent, cabin, glamping, and RV campgrounds-including opening dates, booking information, activity recommendations, and more-in all 50 states and Canada"--

The finest guidebook ever written for Maui. Now you can plan your best vacation--ever. This all new seventh edition is a candid, humorous guide to everything there is to see and do on the island. Best-selling author and longtime Hawai'i resident, Andrew Doughty, unlocks the secrets of an island so lush and diverse that many visitors never realize all that it has to offer. Explore with him as he reveals breathtaking trails, secluded beaches, pristine...