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Lost States: Real Quests for American Statehood
Lost States Real Quests for American Statehood Author:Michael J. Trinklein You know the 50 winners, but dozens of other statehood proposals didn't quite make the cut. Some of these states came remarkably close to joining the Union. Others never had a chance. Many are still trying. And it's entirely possible that one of these pitches will get a green light someday, adding state number 51. And why stop there? These real ... more »stories of the also-rans are often laugh-out-loud funny-repleat with absurd characters, stunning ignoranace, and monumental screw-ups. Packed with dozens of full-color maps, Lost States is a fun way to learn a thing or two about the American story.« less