Presents the history, daily life, government, and religion of the first settlers of Pennsylvania, from 1639 when it was first settled by the Swedes to 1787 when it joined the United States.
It's well nigh impossible to break into Wisconsin's history without picking up some respectable dirt in the way of farm lore, country wisdom and undisputed records of agricultural prowess. And when it
Milwaukee's Irish can claim a long and distinguished heritage throughout the city's history. The fact that Irish immigrants could speak English gave them an advantage and enabled them to become commun
Crack open the first complete history of Brew City booze. Discover how Milwaukee's rum holes" weathered Prohibition and which Jones Island barkeep owned the longest mustaches. Copy down the b
The Jewish community has a distinguished heritage in Milwaukee, and Jewish cmigrcs were an integral part of the pioneer fabric of the area. The 1840s saw the first large influx of Jews to Wisconsin, p
The first book of its kind from the cheesiest state in the nation.Breads, salads, pasta, fondue, quesadillas, pizza, and quiche are our favorite comfort foods. And all have something in common—
Drift back to an era when the speed limit in Milwaukee was an edgy four miles per hour and Madison lawmakers could poke at hogs to punctuate the tedium of legislative sessions. Martin Hintz makes even
Tired of the same old tourist traps? Whether you’re a visitor or a local looking for something different, Wisconsin Off the Beaten Path shows you the Badger State with new perspectives on timele
Milwaukee's Italian families have a distinguished heritage, one that began in a great rush to the city shortly before the turn of the 19th century. Seeking a way out of the economic misery of their ho
