{"product_id":"united-states-of-legor-a-brick-tour-of-america-9781629146829","title":"United States of Lego(r): A Brick Tour of America by Friesen, Jeff","description":"\u003ci\u003eUnited States of LEGO\u003c\/i\u003e takes readers on a journey across America that has never been seen before. Photographer Jeff Friesen composes artful LEGO brick dioramas, each revealing a scene with a witty caption that celebrates what makes every American state unique, incorporating toy-scale monuments, colorful citizens going about their daily lives, and new spins on state history. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHere is a fresh vision of every state assembled with bricks, from Washington's steaming rivers of espresso to the ancient reptiles in Florida (we're not talking about alligators here). Brick Minnesotans tirelessly shovel snow but are ready to pose with a friendly \"okey-dokey \" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eGiving readers even more than a cross-country tour, \u003ci\u003eUnited States of LEGO\u003c\/i\u003e reveals intriguing secrets of the states for the first time. Have you ever wondered who extinguished Rhett Butler and Scarlett O'Hara's passion in Georgia, what's fishing for fishermen in Alaska, or how NASCAR drivers earn extra spending money in North Carolina? The answers will surprise and delight you. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eReaders will also find thrilling scenes from history re-created in meticulous detail. Who can forget Lewis and Clark's intrepid manservant, Gaston? Okay, the history textbooks did, but not \u003ci\u003eUnited States of LEGO\u003c\/i\u003e. And what ever happened to the giant turkeys that once roamed Massachusetts? Your education may have missed these tender birds whose fate is detailed here. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEvery captioned photograph is infused with good-natured humor, and occasional ill-humored nature, such as the Maryland crabs who are through with being lunch. Speaking of lunch, the famous Kentucky Frying Chicken awaits your order within these pages. Don't delay  Good citizens of all ages will enjoy exploring every state's unique character in enchanting LEGO dioramas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Jeff Friesen\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Skyhorse Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/02\/2014\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 112\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.60lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.10h x 9.20w x 0.70d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781629146829\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJeff Friesen\u003c\/b\u003e's photography has received worldwide acclaim for a remarkably diverse array of work. His awards include the most prestigious in the photography world, including those from \u003ci\u003eCommunication Arts\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003ePhoto District News\u003c\/i\u003e. Every summer Jeff works alongside his elementary school-aged daughter, June, as they take pictures of dioramas made with June's toys. It's serious fun. Jeff lives in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. To see more of his work visit jeff-friesen.com and thebrickfantastic.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Skyhorse Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44491512512665,"sku":"9781629146829","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/3367\/0297\/files\/img_8c5fd5b4-d882-45bd-929a-3c01ff7508d3.jpg?v=1724803351","url":"https:\/\/bookmarksretail.store\/products\/united-states-of-legor-a-brick-tour-of-america-9781629146829","provider":"Bookmarks Retail","version":"1.0","type":"link"}