“There are no gentle stories here, no placid European adventures or classic American road trips. Instead, there is Ben Austen's commentary on the multimillion-dollar rowdiness of NASCAR (screeching tires in the background), Jessica McCaughey's musings on orienteering and finding your own way, and Ariel Levy's exploration of the complex issues surrounding Native American casinos. These essays may not inspire vacation plans, but they will challenge readers' perceptions about certain parts of the world--thus living up to Crosley's definition and to the series' name.”
—Shelf Awareness
“Downright harrowing.”
—Kirkus Reviews
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