Enjoy the sea breezes as your ride the ferry to the Outer Banks. Experience the thrill of kayaking in the Great Smoky Mountains. Shop along the busy streets of downtown Charlotte. From city skyscrapers to wilderness retreats, this book captures the best that North Carolina has to offer. From the towering peaks of west to the crashing surf of the east, this is a state packed with diversity -- parks, nature preserves, cultural and historic sites, and more. The 70 full-color photographs collected here make it easy to understand why more than 7 million residents and thousands of visitors each year have fallen in love with North Carolina. About the "America" series: As expansive as America itself, this outstanding series captures outstanding views of panoramic landscapes, brilliant city skylines, and picturesque communities. Each volume focuses on a city or state and features 96 pages and 70 stunning images by internationally renowned photographers, plus descriptive captions.