Missouri Curiosities

Author : Josh Young
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 076276578X
Total Pages : 243 pages
Book Rating : 4.82/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Missouri Curiosities written by Josh Young and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2010-06-15 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Your round-trip ticket to the wildest, wackiest, most outrageous people, places, and things the Show-Me State has to offer! Whether you’re a born-and-raised Missourian, a recent transplant, or just passing through, Missouri Curiosities will have you laughing out loud as Josh Young takes you on a rollicking tour of the strangest sides of the Show-Me State. Wander with tigers at the world’s only big cat bed-and-breakfast, browse through America’s only corncob pipe museum, and swim in the world’s largest underground lake. Meet some crazy catfish-catching noodlers; a wacky-artwork-welding artist; and a pint-size, punch-packing former wrestling champ. Discover the fun of swinging sausages while you dance, and duel with dinosaurs—you’ll roar with delight!

Author : Josh Young
Publisher : Globe Pequot
ISBN 13 : 9780762741083
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.82/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Missouri Curiosities written by Josh Young and published by Globe Pequot. This book was released on 2006-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Show Me State has lots to be proud of--the Pony Express, Mark Twain, the International Bowling Museum, a billion-gallon underground lake to name just a few. Everything has a story. With Josh Young at your side, enjoy a hilarious tour of Missouri, where there's a law against worrying squirrels and a museum celebrating "the unexplained."

Author : John W. Brown
Publisher : Reedy Press LLC
ISBN 13 : 1681062984
Total Pages : 191 pages
Book Rating : 4.83/5 ( download)

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Download or read book 100 Things to Do in Missouri Before You Die written by John W. Brown and published by Reedy Press LLC. This book was released on 2021-02-15 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Missouri is called the Show-Me State for a good reason. From cosmopolitan rooftop bars to breathtaking mountain views, there are so many amazing things to do here that you could spend a lifetime exploring and still not cover it all. Make your goal easier with 100 Things to Do in Missouri Before You Die, a curated collection of the best from every corner of the state. Discover architectural wonders beyond the Arch, outdoor escapes like scuba diving in the Bonne Terre Mine, and museums and festivals celebrating everything from ragtime to road trips. Take the time to experience the legacy of George Washington Carver, Daniel Boone, Laura Ingalls Wilder, and Harry S. Truman. Find ideas for exploring the Ozark mountains, Missouri’s big cities, unique small towns, and even prehistoric caves. Don’t miss insider tips to world-famous attractions, distinctive food and nightlife scenes, cultural creatives in fashion and the arts, and where to shop for everything from fine furniture to fine whiskey. Local authors John W. Brown and Amanda E. Doyle invite you to buckle up for this nonstop adventure ride around their home state. Special features such as seasonal and themed itineraries make planning a snap, so there should never be a reason for you or your family to say, “I have nothing to do!”

Author : James Strait
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 9781402745553
Total Pages : 260 pages
Book Rating : 4.59/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Weird Missouri written by James Strait and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2008 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each fun and intriguing volume in the award-winning series offers more than 250 illustrated pages of places where tourists usually don't venture: the oddball curiosities, ghostly sites, local legends, crazy characters, cursed roads, and peculiar roadside attractions.

Author : Missouri. State Department of Resources and Development
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.15/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Interesting Facts about Missouri written by Missouri. State Department of Resources and Development and published by . This book was released on 1944 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Emily McAuliffe
Publisher : Capstone
ISBN 13 : 9780736822558
Total Pages : 28 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Missouri Facts and Symbols written by Emily McAuliffe and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2003 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents information about the state of Missouri, its nickname, flag, motto, and emblems.

Author : Thomas Robinson Beveridge
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 468 pages
Book Rating : 4.56/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Geologic Wonders and Curiosities of Missouri written by Thomas Robinson Beveridge and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 468 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Josh Young
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1493040073
Total Pages : 233 pages
Book Rating : 4.70/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Missouri Myths and Legends written by Josh Young and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2020-05-01 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Myths and Mysteries of Missouri dispels any notion that the Show Me State is a boring place harboring little unknown. Thirteen diverse chapters, each a story unto itself, probe dark secrets, unexplained phenomena, legendary individuals and actual events which leave people incredulous to this day. Much in this well-researched book has been largely forgotten, but the author's lively and amusing style will awaken curiosity in lifelong residents and armchair visitors alike

Author : Robin Koontz
Publisher : Lerner Publications ™
ISBN 13 : 146779161X
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.18/5 ( download)

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Download or read book What's Great about Missouri? written by Robin Koontz and published by Lerner Publications ™. This book was released on 2015-08-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What's so great about Missouri? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Show-Me State! We'll explore Missouri's thriving cities, popular parks, amazing museums, and fascinating history. The Missouri by Map feature shows where you'll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Missouri.

Author : Wyatt Michaels
Publisher : CreateSpace
ISBN 13 : 9781514326084
Total Pages : 58 pages
Book Rating : 4.86/5 ( download)

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Download or read book State Facts for Fun! Missouri written by Wyatt Michaels and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-06-11 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How much do you know about possibly one of the best-kept secret states within the United States of America? Missouri history includes the birthplace of a president, famous baseball players, and famous outlaws. It includes cities known for their water fountains, being a popular vacation destination, professional sports teams and players, and more. Missouri is a state that has a fascinating history, diverse geography, and unique characteristics. Loaded with pictures and snippets of interesting information, readers of all ages will enjoy expanding their knowledge of this Midwestern state to the point of seeming to be an expert as the new information is shared with family and friends. Far from boring, State Facts for Fun! Missouri is an educational and entertaining experience for the whole family. Kids will love the humor and pictures that are contained within; while parents will love that their children are learning (and enjoying every minute of it). Kids will learn fascinating facts from subjects like history and geography, and will remember them well because of the book's game like format. Wyatt's varied interests are demonstrated by the different topics of his interactive "Facts for Fun" books. From presidents and states to the alphabet, animals, sports and more, Wyatt uses interactive questions and answers with lots of pictures and sometimes some humor to make the entertainment obvious, and the education subtle.