The newest of my five travel guidebooks to U.S. public lands is American History 101: National Park Service Sites That Made the U.S.A. and it is available for sale on Amazon.com for a limited time price of $15.99. Please find below a sample of one of the 101 chapters covering Chaco Culture National Historical Park in New Mexico. My book has a major focus on indigenous peoples, in addition to the sites dedicated to the American Revolution, Civil War, civil rights, and other topics you might expect.

American History 101 takes you on a journey from the Ice Age through 2001, with at least one stop in each of the 50 states. Selected from the 430+ units in the National Park Service system, these places bring you closer to the people, events, and turning points that made the U.S.A. Presented in chronological order, each entry shares the location’s story and lasting legacy, practical guidance for visiting, and one related site worth exploring. Most historical parks offer free admission, and many put you right where pivotal events unfolded and battles were fought.

I hope my newest guidebook inspires you to hit the road and go on an adventure through the past! Keep an eye out for the 3rd edition of my guide to the now 64 National Parks. Adventure on!