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Title: Ohio Oddities: A Guide to the Curious Attractions of the Buckeye State by Neil Zurcher ISBN: 1-886228-49-3 Publisher: Gray & Company Publishers Pub. Date: 01 October, 2001 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $13.95 |
Average Customer Rating: 4 (3 reviews)
Rating: 2
Summary: Like We Didn¿t Already Know We Were Odd
Comment: I have a friend who I met while interning in Cleveland who still remembers the first thing I ever said to him: "Did you know the average person eats a pound of bugs a year?" It was one of the many facts I gleaned from Grossology: The Science of Really Gross Things. I can't say that my bug fact was the smoothest ice breaker, but it was clearly memorable.
For some off facts about Ohio, refer to Neil Zurcher's Ohio Oddities.
Sample Facts:
- The First Traffic Light
The first traffic light was invented by some men in Asheville, Ohio. It looked nothing like today, but resembled more of a UFO.
- World's Fastest Pumpkin Carver
Jerry Ayers, from Baltimore, Ohio, can carve a pumpkin in under two minutes. He's even listed in the Guinness Book of World Records.
- Largest Working Model of a Mousetrap
If you ever have a mouse the size of a large man, head to Lisbon, Ohio, to get your hands on a mousetrap that measures about 10 by 4.5 feet.
- Former Home of the Underwear Festival
Remember those red long johns with the flap in the back? They were invented in Piqua, Ohio. In honor of the town's great invention, Dav Pilkey chose it as the setting for his children's series Captain Underpants.
- First Banana Split
Soda Shoppes would not be complete without a banana split on the menu. They have "Doc" Hazard at Hazard's Drug Store in Wilmington, Ohio, to thanks for that invention.
- Birthplace of Clark Gable
Cadiz, Ohio, may not be known for a lot of things, but it I where Clark Gable was born and grew up. You can still go and see the house where he was born.
- Headless Chicken
One of the weirder facts in this book, in Ashtabula, Ohio, a couple cut the head of a chicken to eat it for dinner and the chicken didn't die until a month later. The couple let the headless chicken live in their basement and even fed it, admiring it's will to live.
Ohio Oddities probably isn't a book you will read in one sitting, but guaranteed you'll use facts from the book in conversation. Come on - who doesn't want to hear about a living headless chicken?
Rating: 5
Summary: Ohio Oddities
Comment: Some of the most interesting features of Ohio are now brought to light by Zurcher. Some curiosities we have heard of, but never investigated. Now it is all before us to study and then go see for ourselves. This book adds much to the appeal of traveling around Ohio. If you like adventure of a curious nature, this book is for you.
Rating: 5
Summary: Ohio Oddities-An "Odyssey" not to be missed!!!!
Comment: Please do not let the title of this book mislead you.The author,
Neil Zurcher, Cleveland Press Journalism Hall of Fame inductee,
and, Fox TV-8 "One Tank Trip" travel-show host, certainly
introduces the reader to many "oddities";however, he also uncovers unique and fascinating places, stories, and curiosities.
You will read of things spectacular and metaphysical, as well.
This book, for Mr. Zurcher, represents a departure from his
traditional travel theme;however,he draws from his extensive
travel writings and TV documentaries in order to present to the
reader concise accounts of his research.
The author's attention to detail is evident, as he provides the reader with clear-cut analytical historical references that
substantiate his research. Furthermore, the reader will enjoy
the clever usage of humor mixed into his story-telling, which
makes the reading less clinical and more fun. So....for all you "One-Tank_Trippers" out there, fasten your seatbelts, and,
get ready for an exciting trip through Ohio. And, for the "virtual" traveler, Neil's presentation will keep you entertained for hours!!!! This book represents an "odyssey"
that you do not want to miss. Step aside, if you please,
California and Florida.....Neil Zurcher has explored territory
which truly defines our state as the real "Magic Kingdom."
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Title: Ohio Off the Beaten Path, 9th: A Guide to Unique Places by George Zimmerman, Carol Zimmerman ISBN: 0762723629 Publisher: Globe Pequot Press Pub. Date: 01 November, 2002 List Price(USD): $12.95 |
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Title: More of Neil Zurcher's One Tank Trips: Getaways in Ohio and over the Edge by Neil Zurcher ISBN: 1886228175 Publisher: Gray & Company Publishers Pub. Date: 01 August, 1997 List Price(USD): $13.95 |
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Title: Day Trips from Columbus: Getaways Approximately Two Hours Away by Sandra Gurvis ISBN: 0762709782 Publisher: Globe Pequot Pub. Date: 01 September, 2001 List Price(USD): $14.95 |
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Title: One Tank Trips: And Tales from the Road (One Tank Trips) by Neil Zurcher ISBN: 1886228604 Publisher: Gray & Company Publishers Pub. Date: 01 September, 2002 List Price(USD): $13.95 |
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Title: One Tank Trips Road Food: Diners, Drive-Ins, and Other Fun Places to Eat! by Neil Zurcher ISBN: 1886228612 Publisher: Gray & Company Publishers Pub. Date: 01 September, 2002 List Price(USD): $13.95 |
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