Swanson, June

The Spice of America : [Historical facts about USA] / J. Swanson; Ill. P. Kiedrowski. - Minneapolis : Carolrhoda Books, 1983. - 92 p. : ill. ; 21 cm. - The Good Time Library .

Traces the little-known origins of such American phenomena as the doughnut, Mary's little lamb, the beaver hat, the Ferris wheel, the Raggedy Ann doll, and denim jeans.

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History--United States
United States--Civilization--Miscellanea