| Author |
Long, J. C. (John Cuthbert), 1892- |
| Author |
Long, John D. (John Dietrich), 1860- |
| LoC No. |
23026435
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| Title |
Motor Camping
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Motor Camping" by J. C. Long and John D. Long is a practical guidebook about the art of camping with a motor vehicle, written in the early 20th century. The book explores various aspects of motor camping, emphasizing its growth as a popular recreational activity in the United States and providing advice on how to save money while enjoying nature. The authors illustrate how families can embark on adventurous trips using their cars, highlighting the freedom and cost-effectiveness that comes with this form of vacationing. The opening of the guide introduces the concept of motor camping, discussing the allure of exploration and the need for a break from modern life. It outlines the increasing popularity of motor camping as a national pastime, with millions partaking in this activity each year. The authors provide statistical evidence of the growing number of camping enthusiasts and suggest that motor camping is not only a romantic and educational experience but also an economical choice for families. Furthermore, they touch on the accessibility of camping grounds, making it easy for city dwellers to escape for short trips to the wilderness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
GV: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure
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| Subject |
Camping
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| Subject |
Automobile travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
66988 |
| Release Date |
Dec 21, 2021 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 5, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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