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Minnesota County Fairs: Kids, Cows, Carnies and Chow by Susan Lambert Miller (Hardback, 2009)

Ninety-five county fairs are held through Minnesota every year, and Susan Lambert Miller has attended nearly every one of them. Camera in hand, she often visited multiple fairs in a weekend -- sometimes more than one a day. And just a taste of what she found at these Minnesota get-togethers appears here in delightful, dazzling photographs. The heart of a Minnesota county fair beats in the 4-H buildings, with their displays of bumper crops or beautiful animals or creative activities. Fairs bring neighbours together, to play bingo, to applaud a bluegrass performance, to explore the frights and delights of the midway. Food plays a significant role, whether hawked from a booth or artfully arranged for competition. Carnies beckon for games and prizes. The loudspeaker blares with anuncements of livestock judging or the next main event . These summer festivals offer a feast for the senses, with countless ways to take it all in. Miller's photographs display a feast of sorts as well, a view of Minnesota's quintessential character, introduced by Shann Olson's meditation on our fairgoer selves. Step right up: see rooster bingo, smell sizzling pork chops, hear bumper car horns. In this book, summer fun is always at its peak.

Place of Publication
ST Paul
Content Note
152 Colour Photos
Author Biography
Susan Lambert Miller ISA Nationally Recognised Photographer Specialising in Architectural Views.
Foreword by
Shannon Olson
Date of Publication
01/07/2009
Imprint
Minnesota Historical Society Press,U.S.
Country of Publication
United States

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