The black-and-white images in this book are the result discovering towns on foot, hiking remote trails and driving along backroads. They represent Americana - some are cultural landmarks, some roadside scenes and some whimsical artifacts of everyday life. Fascinating facts accompany the photos. The photographer, Curt Peoples, treats each photo's subject with equal regard, finding the extraordinary in the ordinary. All show aspects of American identity and heritage, highlighting the important cultural values they embody.