This book is an affectionate tribute to the joys of growing up in small town America. It is an homage to the rich cultural traditions of the Midwest and the fundamental decency and goodness of human nature. It is tinged with a nostalgia for the innocence of childhood and the common bond of growing up, a bond that unities us all as members of the human family. Its striking artwork adds a visual dimension to enhance and enrich the text. If you want to revisit the joy of living, look for it in these pages. 16 Short Reminiscences Color and Black & White Photographs Color Illustrations