The Alaska Highway: A Portrait of the Ultimate Road Trip

Originally built for military access during WW II following Pearl Harbor, the Alaska Highway now sees thousands of travelers annually. The famed two-lane highway runs nearly 1,500 miles from British Columbia to Alaska. In their entertaining book, Erwin and Peggy Bauer -- two of the world's preeminent photographers -- showcase the beauty of this vast wilderness in words and pictures. With 75 color photographs, The Alaska Highway is a lively tour and true celebration of the lure of the open road.