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Reference - Only in America: The Weird and Wonderful 50 States (Volume 12) (The 50 States, 12)

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Book Synopsis: A state-by-state compendium of weird laws, quirks, one-offs, and unusual records only to be found in the wonderfully wacky US of A. Only in America explores the strangest claims to fame and the most unusual place names every state has to offer. Visit the city of Dinosaur, drop by the Pizza Museum, find out where it is illegal to feed a pig without a permit, and check out the world’s only “carhenge” (that’s right, Stonehenge reconstructed using cars). Among many other marvels, discover: The longest gum wrapper chain (over 20 miles!) Which state has the highest ratio of cows to humans in the country The origin of shoo-fly pie, a molasses cake baked in a pie crust The world’s largest (fake) bug, a 58-foot blue termite Where “dinner” means lunch and “supper” means dinner Illustrated by the brilliant Alan Berry-Rhys in a bold graphic art style that evokes vintage Americana, the book is arranged state by state, giving key facts about each and presenting an alternative and hilarious look at quirky phenomena that are truly only in America. The 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history, and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps, and infographics bring the places to colorful life. Also available from the series: 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in America Activity Book, Only in California, Only in Texas, We Are the United States, 50 Adventures in the 50 States, 50 Maps of the World, 50 Maps of the World Activity Book, and The 50 States.

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Discover the weird and wonderful side of America with "Only in America: The Weird and Wonderful 50 States" (Volume 12) book. Dive into a state-by-state compendium of the most peculiar laws, quirks, one-offs, and unusual records that can only be found in the US of A. With a bold graphic art style that evokes vintage Americana, this book is packed with fascinating facts and hilarious anecdotes that will keep you entertained from cover to cover.

Explore the strangest claims to fame and the most bizarre place names in every state. From the city of Dinosaur to the Pizza Museum, you'll be amazed by the variety of oddities that exist within our borders. Did you know there's a place where it's illegal to feed a pig without a permit? Or that there's a "carhenge" made entirely out of cars? These are just a taste of the marvels you'll uncover in this extraordinary book.

Not only will you learn about the longest gum wrapper chain (over 20 miles!) and the state with the highest ratio of cows to humans, but you'll also discover the origin of shoo-fly pie - a molasses cake baked in a pie crust - and the world's largest (fake) bug, a 58-foot blue termite. Plus, you'll gain insights into the unique language quirks of different regions. Where else can "dinner" mean lunch and "supper" mean dinner?

Immerse yourself in the captivating illustrations by the talented Alan Berry-Rhys, whose bold and vibrant art style truly brings the essence of vintage Americana to life. This book is arranged state by state, making it easy to find fascinating facts about each location. Whether you're a young explorer or a curious adult, you'll be amazed by the fun activities, maps, and infographics that accompany the informative text.

No fan of the US should be without this fantastic addition to the 50 States series. Celebrate the wonders of America and the wider world with the other books in the series, including "Only in America Activity Book", "Only in California", "Only in Texas", "We Are the United States", "50 Adventures in the 50 States", "50 Maps of the World", "50 Maps of the World Activity Book", and "The 50 States". Start your journey now and experience the magic of the weird and wonderful 50 states!

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