Casey Goes to Washington - Hardcover

Casey Jacobs

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0976644002 ISBN 13: 9780976644002

Publisher: Promise Publishing Group LLC, 2006

Synopsis

In addition to typical tourist attractions, Casey's walking tour reveals other intriguing information such as the locations of secret elevators, vendors where shoppers might be able to bargain for two-for-one souvenirs, and a favorite restaurant frequented by Washington dignitaries and featuring to-die-for grilled cheese sandwiches. Stunning color photographs grace every page. Also inclded is a helpful map of the national mall plus websites for each of the monuments.

About this title

From the Publisher:

It's not every day that the average eight-year-old becomes a published author, but clearly Casey Jacobs is not the average eight-year-old. He is the author of Casey Goes to Washington: The Washington, Lincoln, and Jefferson Memorial Tour, which offers a unique perspective of the nation's capital.

"Washington, DC, is a fun and busy place to visit," writes Casey. "It's over 200 years old and has so much to see. So put on your jacket and comfortable shoes, and let's take a walk."

The tour, in which Casey is accompanied by his brother and a few good friends, starts at the Washington Monument. After a brief written history of the landmark, as well as its namesake, the group moves on to the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials. These too are described in detail, including pertinent facts about the two presidents after whom they are named.

In addition to these typical tourist attractions, Casey's walking tour reveals other important information, such as the locations of secret elevators, the cleanest restrooms, and the vendors where shoppers might be able to bargain for two-for-one souvenirs. Also included is a helpful map of the national mall and websites for each of the monuments.

Stunning photographs of the monuments and Casey and his friends appear on every page, most of which were taken by photographer Andrew Linden. Linden's credentials include a 12-year stint as the official photographer for the President's Own U.S. Marine Band. His images have been published in the Washington Post, New York Times, Time, Life, and National Archives Quarterly.

From the Inside Flap:

Come join 8-year-old Casey on a private walking tour of the nation's capital. Explore Washington DC's famous landmarks and the leaders for whom they were named. Uncover the mysteries of secret elevators, clean restrooms, and the best grilled cheese sandwich in town -- all through the eyes of a child named Casey.

About this edition

• Publisher: Promise Publishing Group LLC
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0976644002
• ISBN 13: 9780976644002
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 30