North Woods River: The St. Croix River in Upper Midwest History

The colorful history and culture of Wisconsin are reflected in its place names, from those created by Native Americans, French explorers, and diverse European settlers to more recent appellations commemorating political figures, postmasters, and landowners. Organized alphabetically for easy reference, Edward Callary s concise entries reveal the stories behind such intriguing names as Fussville, Misha Mokwa, Couderay, and Thiry Daems. Fun to read and packed with information, Place Names of Wisconsin is a must-have for anyone interested in Wisconsin and Midwest history, language, geography, and culture or anyone who simply wonders why did they name it that? "

Author: Eileen M. McMahon
Publisher: University of Wisconsin Press
Published: 10/01/2009
Pages: 352
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.90d
ISBN: 9780299234249

About the Author
Eileen McMahon is assistant professor of history at Lewis University. Theodore Karamanski is professor of history at Loyola University.