Description |
ix, 198 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 23 cm. |
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 188-195) and index |
Summary |
Most visitors know all about Kansas Cityarbecue, jazz, and football success, but there are hidden gems and wild pieces of trivia around every turn in Missouriargest city. Is the giant Hereford bull anatomically correct? Can a seed thateen to outer space still grow into a normal tree? And who really killed President William Henry Harrison? Youfind answers to the questions you didnnow you had in Secret Kansas City: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure. Learn why three completely unrelated groups have chosen Kansas City as the center of the world and the place you want to be when the world ends. Between these covers, youalso find castles, a horse buried in a cul-de-sac, a ghost who likes a good laugh, and the worldongest snake. This is not a tour guide for outsiders, it scavenger huntiders only, please. Longtime Kansas Citian Anne Kniggendorf is at your service to bolster your love and boost your respect for this middle-of-the-map city. With her eye for the odd leading the way, youhave a great time discovering Kansas City. |
Subject |
Kansas City Metropolitan Area (Mo.) -- History.
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Kansas City Metropolitan Area (Mo.) -- Description and travel.
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Kansas City Metropolitan Area (Mo.) -- Miscellanea.
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ISBN |
9781681062839 (pbk.) |
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1681062836 (pbk.) |
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