Amazing Tennessee: Fascinating Facts, Entertaining Tales, Bizarre Happenings, and Historical Oddities from the Volunteer State

Amazing America

by T. Jensen Lacey

Take a closer look at all Tennessee has to offer! This engaging volume is a treasure trove of fascinating facts, incredible anecdotes, and bizarre events in Tennessee’s storied history. With nearly 250 pages of reading enjoyment, Amazing Tennessee is packed with tidbits and tales ranging from the remarkable to the downright bizarre. You’ll - Elvis Presley’s greatest boyhood disappointment - The largest hippie commune in North America - The annual Liar’s Contest - Two Tennessee counties that disappeared - The world’s longest paper clip chain - The world’s best pecan pie recipe - World records set by Tennesseans - And more! Whether you’re a Tennessee native, transplant, or just passing through, you’ll never look at the Volunteer State in the same way again!

248 pages, Paperback

First published October 19, 2000

Reviews

[Jane · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cutesy book of trivia and fun facts that was probably written with a younger audience in mind. Some of the language, if not actually racist, felt a bit outdated.