Oregon, the Picturesque / A Book of Rambles in the Oregon Country and in the Wilds of Northern California

Name: Oregon, the Picturesque / A Book of Rambles in the Oregon Country and in the Wilds of Northern California
Author: Thos. D. Murphy

By Thos. D. Murphy

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A motor-travel narrative that records rambles through eastern Oregon and the mountain-studded regions of northern California, emphasizing lesser-known roads and vistas rather than major cities. The author guides readers along routes to Crater and Klamath Lakes, the Deschutes River canyon, the Columbia River Highway, the Willamette and Rogue valleys, coastal redwoods, and onward into Yosemite, with a further run to the Roosevelt Dam and the Petrified Forest. Practical route notes are combined with evocative descriptions of lakes, forests, canyons, towns, and roadside features. A map and numerous photographic plates supplement the text, offering visual orientation and encouragement for personal exploration.

About the Author

Thos. D. Murphy

Thos. D. Murphy was an early 20th-century travel writer known for his engaging accounts of motoring adventures across various landscapes. His notable works include "British Highways and Byways from a Motor Car," which chronicles a five-thousand-mile journey through England, Wales, and Scotland, showcasing the charm of the British countryside. Murphy's writings often reflect a spirit of exploration, as seen in "In Unfamiliar England," where he documents lesser-known locales and cultural sites. His travel narratives extend beyond the UK, with books like "On Old-World Highways," which captures the essence of motoring through France and Germany. Through his vivid descriptions, Murphy contributed to the genre of travel literature, inviting readers to experience the world from the comfort of their armchairs.