Roadside History of Nevada

by Richard Moreno

There's more to Nevada than one-armed bandits, cheap buffets and Elvis impersonators and this book proves it. Roadside History of Nevada leads readers across the not-so-lifeless desert, visiting long-forgotten boom-and-bust mining towns, quirky roadside stops, and the intrigues of the real Las Vegas. With a historian's nose for detail and a traveler's sense of fun, Richard Moreno presents a myriad of memorable tales of Nevada's places and people. Illuminating the text are 140 photographs, plus a detailed map for each section. From Paiutes to pioneers and from dams to divorce seekers, Roadside History of Nevada reveals the Silver State's history in all its luster.

Genres: History, Travel, Reference

286 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2000

Reviews

[Mfralish]

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[David]

As far as non-fiction goes, this was excellent for Nevada history. It kept me turning the pages and was concise and to the point, providing good information on the different areas in Nevada but not too much - just the right amount for remembering a little about most places I read about.