Our New Jersey - Hardcover

Greer, Steve

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0760332401 ISBN 13: 9780760332405

Publisher: Voyageur Press, 2008

For all the popular stereotypes of crowded turnpikes and industrial wastelands, New Jersey is in reality one of the most beautiful and diverse states in the nation. From sweeping countryside to vibrant urban centers to the celebrated Jersey Shore, the Garden State has something for everyone, and then some. With this lavishly illustrated book as a guide, the cultural riches and natural splendors of New Jersey are within your reach.

New Jersey offers a wide array of attractions, all captured here in Steve Greer’s spectacular photographs. Follow Our New Jersey to the landmarks and sites celebrating the state’s seafaring heritage, its role in the Revolutionary War, its famous natives like Thomas Edison, and much more. Let the book introduce you to cultural experiences as different as Native American festivals, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum, and Atlantic City’s bustling boardwalk. Explore the diverse ecosystems, wildlife, and outdoor activities of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, or the wetlands, barrier islands, estuaries, bays, and rivers of the Coastal Heritage Trail Route. And finally, discover the quaint towns, lighthouses, and beautiful beaches that attract countless visitors to New Jersey’s famous shore. All of these and far more are on glorious display in this full-color celebration of the Garden State, giving natives and visitors, travelers and armchair tourists alike a chance to experience the extravagant offerings of the real New Jersey.

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Book Description:

With this lavishly illustrated book as a guide, the cultural riches and natural splendors of New Jersey are within your reach---from sweeping countryside to vibrant urban centers to the celebrated Jersey shore. Let Steve Greer’s spectacular photographs lead you to landmarks noting the state’s seafaring heritage, its role in the Revolutionary War, and its famous natives like Thomas Edison. Enjoy cultural experiences as different as Native American festivals, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum, and Atlantic City’s bustling boardwalk. And revel in the wild areas as well as the quaint towns, lighthouses, and beautiful beaches of New Jersey’s famous shore.

From the Inside Flap:

From the popular beaches of the famous Jersey Shore to the dense pitch-pine forests of the Pine Barrens; from the charming towns of Cape May and Lambertville to the bustling streets of Trenton and Newark; from classic Jersey diners to amusement-filled boardwalks; from historic Revolutionary War battlefields to the quiet vistas of the Kittatinny Mountains and the Delaware Water Gap, every corner of New Jersey offers delights for the senses.

Our New Jersey is a pictorial celebration that showcases the natural, historical, and cultural facets of life in one of our nation's oldest and most diverse states, offering a glimpse into what makes New Jersey so unique.

More than 150 brilliant, color photographs of state parks, nature scenes, city festivals, tourist destinations, and cultural events reflect the spirit of New Jersey. These outstanding images are accented by lively captions and fun facts. The result is an homage to the Garden State that will be treasured by residents and visitors alike.

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