Take a ride on the Reading Railroad! (Either pronunciation of “Reading" works here.) Yes, the Keystone State is rich in history, beauty, and the world's most delicious cheesesteak (Whiz wit!). Follow Uncle John on a whirlwind tour of Pennsylvania from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh and all points in between with fun articles, amazing facts, vital stats, hometown heroes, and quirky quizzes. Read about...
America's first zoo
William Penn and

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Hauntings lurk and spirits linger in the Keystone State Reader, beware! Turn these pages and enter the world of the paranormal, where ghosts and ghouls alike creep just out of sight. Authors Mark Nesbitt and Patty A. Wilson shine a light on the dark corners of Pennsylvania and scare those spirits out of hiding in this thrilling collection. From apparitions of fires and soldiers struggling in the cold at Valley Forge, to ghostly children stalking...

Two Amish sisters yearning for new beginnings. Hen cares for her injured husband, uncertain what the future holds. Rose welcoms a second chance at love when she least expects it. Is she finally able to give her whole heart?--Back cover/

Rose Kauffman is engaged to Silas Good, a well-liked Amish fellow, so why does she still pine for Nick Franco, the former foster son of the bishop? Especially now that Nick has left the Amish community under a cloud of suspicion after the death of the bishop's biological son. Meanwhile, Rose's older sister, Hen, has returned to live at her parents' farm with her young daughter. Hen and her modern husband, Brandon, are separated by mutual agreement,...

The author provides accounts of his experiences hiking in Pennsylvania's sixty-one State Forest Natural Areas, each with directions for getting to the location. Includes photographs.