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Paperback. "Traveling by Tin Lizzie: The Great Model-T Road Trip of 1924" is a captivating firsthand account of a cross-country adventure during the dawn of the American automotive age. Written by Laura Purtymun McBride, this narrative captures the spirit of exploration that defined the 1920s as travelers began to traverse the vast landscapes of the United States in the iconic Ford Model T. The work documents the challenges and triumphs of early long-distance motoring, from navigating primitive road systems and managing mechanical mishaps to the sheer wonder of discovering the American countryside at a personal pace. As the "Tin Lizzie" becomes a symbol of newfound mobility, the story offers a unique glimpse into the social and cultural fabric of early 20th-century America. This memoir stands as a significant historical document of travel culture, highlighting the resourcefulness and endurance required for such an ambitious journey before the era of modern highways. "Traveling by Tin Lizzie" is an engaging read for automotive enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone fascinated by the transformative power of the automobile on the American experience.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…