In this series, we’ll pick some of our favorite things about Minnesota and share some related book suggestions. (We’re open to your suggestions! Comment below or email us and tell us some of your favorite MN things!)
As we recover from some terrifyingly cold days and many layers of snow, stay cozy and peruse some lovely coffee table books full of Minnesota pictures and information!
“This is a book about Minnesota without all the usual tourism hype. It’s about the fabric of the state–its investment in the arts, its dedication to the environment, its balanced economy, its educational attainment, and its abundance of fresh water. Color illustrations, maps, and infographics tell the Minnesota story.”
“A four-season collection of brilliant color photography by Greg Ryan and Sally Beyer from all around The North Star State.”
“An interesting book that includes geography, politics and changing social mores.”
Includes a profile of a fishing fly created by Minnesotan Andrew Seagren!
“For the millions of fly fishers who are passionate about their sport, this gorgeous book is both a visual feast and the perfect reference. The Art of the Fishing Fly includes a history of fly fishing focusing on the evolution of fishing flies; a guide to essential equipment; a how-to section on tying three key flies by three top fly tyers; and essays by noted experts. The book’s core includes 75 profiles of flies—the soul of the sport—with absolutely stunning color photographs of each fly and fascinating stories behind the flies, inspirational photographs of fly fishers in action, and profiles of the top 19 fly fishing locations around the world.”
