This is America: A National Treasury

(Hardback)

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After the overwhelming success of the first collection of abridged versions of M. Sasek's most popular children's travel guides, This is the World, this new volume will focus on all of the most important cities and sites within the United States. With their mid-century modern, retro illustrations, Sasek's books make the perfect gift for travel and art aficionados alike. Culled from the pages of M. Sasek's renowned series of illustrated children's books, This Is Americais a witty, urbane, and child-friendly introduction to some of the United States', and the world's most popular destinations. An inspirational travelogue that introduces readers to the art, architecture, music, food and traditions of multiple cities and places, This Is Americais the perfect gift for travelers, children, and anyone in between.

Author Bio

M. Sasek was born in 1916 in Prague, Czechoslovakia. He is best remembered for his classicillustrated stories on the great cities of the world. M. Sasek passed away in 1980.