The Lincoln Highway: From New York City to San Francisco

Celebrating America's first transcontinental highway in all its neon glory are the best-selling author of Route 66 and a Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer. In 1913, a magnificent new highway was born, spanning 3,389 miles across 13 states and connecting the dazzling lights of Broadway to the misty shores of San Francisco. This meandering road beckoned to countless newly motorized Americans, inviting them to embark on journeys of exploration in their Model Ts through the vanishing frontier. Known as the Lincoln Highway, this renowned route traversed historic landmarks such as Gettysburg, Pretty Boy Floyd, Notre Dame, the Great Salt Lake, and the Gold Rush Trail. Once symbolizing boundless potential, it is now experiencing a remarkable resurgence akin to Route 66's revival two decades ago. Through the lens of two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Michael S. Williamson, we are treated to an array of new and rare photographs that capture the essence of a bygone era. These visual treasures accompany us on a nostalgic journey along the heartland of America, showcasing vintage diners, Art Deco buildings, and quirky roadside attractions waiting to be explored. With 300 vibrant color illustrations, this book serves as a captivating homage to the Lincoln Highway's enduring legacy.

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