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Summary: A book that delivers as promised
Review: Actually, this book IS a guide to the 50 states--every one of them. It describes in detail the highpoint in each of the 50 states, in alphabetical order. Each listing gives all the info you would ever want: where it is, how to get to there, what you'll see when you arrive, the exact elevation, etc. A nice added bonus is information on places of interest near the highpoint, complete with driving directions. Also, the title does not say it is a "travel guide" but rather a "family guide." And that it is! For a book that easily fits in the glove compartment, it's packed with helpful tips and suggestions for highpointing with the kids. In fact, that's the story behind the book--it is written by three siblings who started highpointing with their parents at a very early age. As a parent--and a beginning highpointer--I found it just what I was looking for. Not a boring useless narrative but an informative "guide" to highpointing the 50 states. Thanks to it, we're planning a multi-state highpointing adventure next summer. I think it delivers precisely what it advertises: a guide to the 50 highpoints in America for the family. Highly recommended.
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Summary: easy&fun read and a definite keeper
Review: Highly recommend the book to singles, couples and families as an easy read to start climbing in a fun and simple way. Clearly a wholesome activity that should be encouraged in our society alot more to enjoy our great outdoors. These authors do a great job of laying it all out for us to follow their footsteps! There is also a vast spectrum of climbs from the most easy to very challenging all related in an entertaining and light style.
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Summary: This book was average but nothing special
Review: I disagree with the previous reviews except that this book is not a travel guide. Anyone fooled by the title be sure not to purchase it. The title is deceptive too, it is not a guide of the 50 states and their respective highpoints. Please be more specific!!!!
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Summary: Don't waste your money
Review: It would be less of a waste of money to climb to the highest point in your state and throw all your money off the top! You and your family are better off climbing/hiking as much as you can and keeping a journal. The book is boring and pathetic in its ill attempts to be witty. And that's not mentioning the pathetic climbing advice. The amazon website documents that one of the authors is in college while the other two have graduated from Yale. I found this surprising as the caliber of writing made me assume that the Birrer children were much younger. Just save your money and have fun outside with your loved ones!
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Summary: Terrific, Easy To Use Guidebook!
Review: The book holds great appeal for both beginner and advanced climbers. Easy to use and easy to find information you need.
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Summary: Terrific, Easy To Use Guidebook!
Review: The book holds great appeal for both beginner and advanced climbers. Easy to use and easy to find information you need.
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Summary: Someone in need of attention?
Review: This book is a complete waste of your time. Totally filled with self-righteous gloating that makes me question the validity of their stories. Do us all a favor and throw this book and make room for something better on your shelf.
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Summary: Not A Travel Guide
Review: This is not a travel guide, in the narrative sense. I was expecting a book that had many chapters dealing with their travels across the states. Because it is not, I would have given it 3 stars. However, even though I have several highpoint guides, this one is a welcome addition. I think the second edition of the Winger's book is still my favorite, but this one has some highpoints (pun intended). This book has more items for the family -- things to do in the area. It also has a good couple of chapters on the necessary preparations for highpointing. For that, I would give it 5 stars. However, some of the highpoints have very slim descriptions of the actual hike. For that, I give it 4 stars. Overall, 4 stars.
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