Minnesota and the Upper Midwest

Scandinavian Folk Belief and Legend Reimund Kvideland and Henning K. Sehmsdorf, Editors 1991 Spring

An entertaining collection of hundreds of legends, stories, and magic. Perfect for reading or telling in front of the fire.

In Their Own Words Letters from Norwegian Immigrants Solveig Zempel, Editor 1990 Fall

Forming an engaging, colorful mosaic of voices from the immigrant experience, this collection of letters offers a unique perspective on historical events as well as the experience of everyday life.

Handbook of Mammals of the North-Central States J. Knox Jones, Jr. and Elmer C. Birney 1988 Spring

Scientiﬁc reference on the mammals of Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois, Indiana and Ohio.

Francis Lee Jaques Artist-Naturalist Donald T. Luce and Laura M. Andrews 1982 Fall

A biographical essay illustrated with Jaques’s drawings and paintings. Published in association with the Bell Museum of Natural History in Minneapolis.

Minnesota’s Geology Richard W. Ojakangas and Charles L. Matsch 2001 Fall

The classic book on the state’s unique geology, now back in print!

Fishes of the Minnesota Region Gary L. Phillips, William D. Schmid and James C. Underhill 1982 Spring

A guide to the 149 species of ﬁsh found in Minnesota waters.

Norway to America A History of the Migration Ingrid Semmingsen 1980 Fall

Traces the movement of both groups and individuals from Norway to the American Midwest and Pacific coast states.

The Streams and Rivers of Minnesota Thomas F. Waters 1980 Spring

Everyone who canoes, fishes, and enjoys Minnesota’s waterways will find this an indispensable guide. “Belongs in the traveling bag of every Minnesotan and every visitor.” --St. Paul Pioneer Press “Delightfully written.” --Minnesota History

Finland in the Twentieth Century A History and an Interpretation D.G. Kirby None

Governing the Twin Cities Region The Metropolitan Council in Comparative Perspective John J. Harrigan and William C. Johnson 1978 Spring

A Guide to the Architecture of Minnesota David Gebhard and Tom Martinson 1978 Spring

Traces Minnesota’s architectural development in eight regions of the state from territorial days to the present and outlines tours of the state’s landmarks. A perfect companion for sight-seeing trips.

Growing up in Minnesota Ten Writers Remember Their Childhoods Chester G. Anderson, Editor 1976 Fall

In this collection of essays, ten famous Minnesotan writers tell what it meant to them to grow up in Minnesota. Their reminiscences range from northern Minnesota to north Minneapolis, from the snug comfort of a Victorian home to the struggles of urban poverty. All say something not only about a particular time and place but also about the experience of growing up a Minnesotan. Contributors include Chester G. Anderson, Meridel Le Sueur, Harrison E. Salisbury, Gerald Vizenor, Keith Gunderson, Shirley Schoonover, Toyse Kyle, Robert Bly, Edna and Howard Hong, and Mary Hong Loe.