I Was There

By Kenneth A Lee

One hundred years of Route 66. One unforgettable journey.

In the summer of 2026, as America's most famous highway celebrated its centennial, Kenneth A Lee set out to experience the Mother Road from Chicago to Santa Monica. What began as a journey across eight states became something far more personal than he ever imagined.

I Was There is the story of that adventure, told mile by mile, day by day, through the eyes of someone who has fallen deeply in love with Route 66.

Along the way are the legendary roadside attractions, forgotten stretches of pavement, historic motels, unexpected detours, and remarkable people who make the Mother Road more than just a highway. But beyond the landmarks lies another story: one of friendship, reflection, laughter, frustration, and the unexpected ways a road trip can change the people traveling it.

Written with honesty, humor, and a storyteller's eye for the moments that matter, I Was There invites readers into the passenger seat for a journey that is as much about the people and experiences as it is about the miles.

This isn't a guidebook. It isn't a traditional history of Route 66.

It's the story of what it feels like to be there.

And when the road finally ends, some journeys stay with you long after the last mile.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0HP3N47JZ
• ISBN13: 9798997600013
• Release Date: November 2026
• Publisher: Next Mile Press
• Length: 480 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"