Author: Martin Hintz
Publisher: History Press Library Editions
Published: 2012-06
Total Pages: 162
ISBN-13: 9781540221124
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIt's well nigh impossible to break into Wisconsin's history without picking up some respectable dirt in the way of farm lore, country wisdom and undisputed records of agricultural prowess. And when it comes to the Badger State, few people are as familiar with the soil of its stories as Martin Hintz. In his company, tramp across cranberry bogs, study centuries of beer and cheese pairings and give an affectionate thump to a 1, 810.5-pound pumpkin. Discover variety beyond crops and livestock and share in the dedication that planted victory gardens during World War II and the unadulterated joy of sliding down a straw pile in threshing season.
Book Synopsis Wisconsin Farm Lore: Kicking Cows, Giant Pumpkins & Other Tales from the Back Forty by : Martin Hintz
Download or read book Wisconsin Farm Lore: Kicking Cows, Giant Pumpkins & Other Tales from the Back Forty written by Martin Hintz and published by History Press Library Editions. This book was released on 2012-06 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's well nigh impossible to break into Wisconsin's history without picking up some respectable dirt in the way of farm lore, country wisdom and undisputed records of agricultural prowess. And when it comes to the Badger State, few people are as familiar with the soil of its stories as Martin Hintz. In his company, tramp across cranberry bogs, study centuries of beer and cheese pairings and give an affectionate thump to a 1, 810.5-pound pumpkin. Discover variety beyond crops and livestock and share in the dedication that planted victory gardens during World War II and the unadulterated joy of sliding down a straw pile in threshing season.