"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
The American State Fair brings the summer's most prominent happening to life with photography culled from the archives of several states renowned for the grand scale and cultural significance of their state fairs. Chapters are arranged by state fair staples such as the midway, food, livestock, bake-offs, crafts, freak shows and more.
The book focuses on state fairs form the Civil War through the 1950s. This was the heyday of the fair, a time period when it was one of the most important rural events of the year for a culture that was mostly agricultural.
Over time, the fair evolved a bit, with the addition of electric lights opening the midway after dark. The fair also saw many new technologies introduced and showcased. Despite this, the fair was and remains a bastion of old-fashioned ways, with the long-standing fixtures such as livestock auctions, Ferris wheels, and so much more bringing a rich sense of tradition to this timeless summer event.
The American State Fair celebrates the event with more than 200 color and black and white photographs, illustrations, post cards, and poster art. A nostalgic look at one of America's favorite events, this book takes you on a timeless stroll down the midway, through the swine barn, and over to the race track.
In April 1997, I was awarded Second Prize for non-fiction in the 79th Irene Leache Memorial Literary Contest, the South's oldest existing such competition, drawing more than 1,000 entries in five categories. I have been a guest speaker at several writing conferences and have appeared on WHRO's radio's "Hearsay," WNIS radio, WVEC-TV and WTKR's "Morning Break." I've also done numerous book signings around the state and in Washington, D.C.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Shipping:
FREE
Within U.S.A.
Book Description Condition: New. Book is in NEW condition. 2.55. Seller Inventory # 0760306567-2-1
Book Description Condition: New. New! This book is in the same immaculate condition as when it was published 2.55. Seller Inventory # 353-0760306567-new
Book Description Condition: New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! 2.55. Seller Inventory # Q-0760306567