Just when you thought the country was safe, here comes the third volume of the travels of Senator and Wendy V. How to Start a Fire Under the Sea follows them during another two years, including excursions north, east, south, and west of home. Given their track record, you should probably read about these places now-- while they still exist

If you want to experience the splendors of Europe, the magic of the Far East, and the mystique of Africa, from the comfort of your armchair, watch the Travel Channel. If, however, you want to read the honest, humorous, and occasionally pensive account of two overgrown kids tromping around the country on a mission, ingest this book. You will likely emerge older, wiser, and a few dollars poorer than when you began.

If you combined the wit of Oscar Wilde, the narrative presence of Charles Dickens, the social commentary of Mark Twain, and the literary mastery of Vladimir Nabokov, you would have one heck of a book. If, however, you are willing to settle for a second helping of the humorous and honest tales of a girl, a boy, and their toothbrushes, invest in How to Change a Flat on a Unicycle. Volume I will be lonely on your shelf without it.

Once again its time to roam the country by car, bike, boat, plane, and foot-- perhaps minus a wounded toe. Make your reservation to join Senator and Wendy V as they tackle a 6,000-mile spread of the United States. Dont be overwhelmed; you just need an occasionally accurate map, comfortable shoes, about half of the alphabet, and a sense of humor. Theyll be happy to have you ride along. Just tell em Lyin Jimmy sent you!