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Backroads & Byways of Missouri has been a slow starter. It was published a few years ago and not a lot happened. But for some reason, this year (2010) has brought a flurry of very nice reviews and increased sales. That's just fine with me. Here are some of the comments and reviews:

"You could also make do for about a month using Archie Satterfield’s . . . “Backroads & Byways of Missouri: Drives, Day Trips & Weekend Excursions.” Satterfield makes Missouri a fun place to be. He takes you to the home of Mark Twain at Hannibal. He also drifts down U.S. 160, as it connects Poplar Bluff to Branson over the course of 200 miles. -- By Joe Tennis, Features Writer, Bristol (TN) Herald Courier

I do a lot of motorcycle road trips and this book is great! There are a lot of hidden places in Missouri that I was not aware of. Good Read! -- J. Ivey


Besides being a good travel guide this book has a lot of interesting history included that make the places come alive. I highly recommend it.-- Karen R. Koch 5.0 out of 5 stars BackRoads & ByWays of Missouri, Drives, Day Trips & Weekend Excurions, June 5, 2010 By FleetR "FleetR" (Chesterfield, MO USA) Fabulous book. Well written, great factual history that grabs the reader and makes them a part of why the area discussed by the author is worthwhile visiting. My wife and I just returned yesterday from his Kansas City, Weston and St. Joseph trip as well as his Gallatin, Jamesport and Kirksville trip, coupled with some of the bed and breakfasts in between, followed up by the Edina to Bethel ride. We also had time to drive along The Great River Road Ride and stay at The Garth Mansion in Hannibal. The Garth Mansion was SUPURB!! (FOR SURE)and deeply added pleasure to our already great trip. PLUS, YOU CANT BEAT THE HOME MADE FOOD and AMBIANCE AT GARTH MANSION>>>>>THE BEST BY FAR>>>> We had a blast!!!!! We followed his suggestions to the letter and added some of our own. We were more than 100% satisfied and will follow the exact route for the rest of the book.. His clarity of his presentation and accuracy of his suggestions/​experiences was precisely our experiences. This book is EXACTLY what we had been looking for. He made our driving experience fun, easy, spontaneous and, sometimes, suprise filled. There is no way this could not be fun for you. I PROMISE,,Give it a shot...you wont be sorry I promse!! Fleet Rand (Real name)


Great Travel Companionby MikeMO

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May 25, 2009: This book details ten of the best road trips in Missouri. The author provides a great narrative for each excursion. I love his style. Take the book with you on your outings and you'll have a great travel companion. Each trip is detailed with interesting information about unique places to eat, area history, and the lovliest little places to stay.

As a Missouri native, I've learned many new things about my home state. I would recommend this book to both current residents and future visitors of the Show Me state.

Michael J. Honeywell

Missouri Native

Travel Enthusiast