USA to Z: An Adventure in American Popular Culture

What do Raggedy Ann dolls, grizzly bears, Texas paper-shell pecans, and country music legend Patsy Cline have in common? They are all wonderously American phenomena, as much a part of our national heritage as the flag. What about the Golden Gate Bridge, Wurlitzer jukeboxes, sizzling hot Louisiana pepper sauce and comedian Jack Benny? The connection is the same: they're in USA to Z One of the most compelling and delightful catalogs of popular culture published in decades, telling the story of Ivory Soap and Model T Ford, and more. Readers will laugh, learn and find out how they can personally enjoy each and every one of the great things mentioned in this book.