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Jerome Pohlen - Oddball Illinois - 9781613740323 - V9781613740323
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Oddball Illinois

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Description for Oddball Illinois Paperback. Num Pages: 400 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: WTHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 213 x 149 x 20. Weight in Grams: 472.

There is more to Illinois than cornfields, corrupt politicians, and the Cubs! The Land of Lincoln is filled with fascinating people, one-of-a-kind places, and things with unique and bizarre histories. Forget about quaint small town bed-and-breakfasts and crowded Chicago nightclubs—Oddball Illinois, now fully updated and expanded, takes you to the places you really want to go. See:

 

  • Henry’s Rabbit Ranch
  • America’s One and Only Hippie Memorial
  • World’s First Jungle Gym
  • Popeye’s Hometown
  • The Leather Archives and Museum
  • General Santa Ana’s two wooden legs
  • World’s Largest Sock Monkey
  • Scarlett O’Hara’s green drapes
  • The Friendship Shoe Fence
  • And many, many more sites

 This book belongs in your glove box—you never know when ... Read more

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Product Details

Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Chicago Review Press United States
Number of pages
400
Condition
New
Number of Pages
400
Place of Publication
Chicago, United States
ISBN
9781613740323
SKU
V9781613740323
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 15 to 20 working days
Ref
99-50

About Jerome Pohlen
Jerome Pohlen is the author of the Oddball series and a regular travel commentator for 848 on WBEZ, the Chicago affiliate of National Public Radio. He is a recent recipient of the Illinois Associated Press Broadcasters Award for Best Essay. He lives in Chicago.

Reviews for Oddball Illinois
"One irresistible guidebook."
Chicago Tribune "For those who are up to an adventure, but don't like to venture too far from home."
Tri-County News
Williamsfield Times Edition "A view of quirky and under-appreciated destinations in Illinois and Chicago."
Kane County Chronicle "This Bible of cultural attractions is essential for any travelers who want ... Read more

Goodreads reviews for Oddball Illinois


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