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Calling the Midwest Home: A Lively Look at the Origins, Attitudes, Quirks, and Curiosities of America's Heartlanders
Calling the Midwest Home A Lively Look at the Origins Attitudes Quirks and Curiosities of America's Heartlanders Author:Carolyn Lieberg Midwesterners will tell you that they are a rare breed - different from their neighbors to the north, south, east, or west. Ask them why and they'll explain it's because of the midwestern code of ethics, which demands that they be honest, help neighbors when they need it, and use common sense on a regular basis. — Who are these people and... more » why are they allowed to pump their gas before paying for it? Journalist Carolyn Lieberg pondered this question (and others) and discovered that a unique and subtle combination of the midwestern landscape, wild and woolly history, time-honored traditions, and even the hot-dish recipes all contribute to the midwestern character.
Filled with fascinating facts and unforgettable stories, CallingtheMidwestHome is a tribute to Midwesterners everywhere. With generous wit, Ms. Lieberg gives permission to those who live in the Midwest to revel in its unequaled and varied history and culture. To those who live elsewhere, she offers an enchanting glimpse of life "in the Middle."« less