From the creative mind of author/journalist/artist Larry Waterfield, Show Me captures the history of Missouri in authentic, full-color poster art. Perfect for early readers and the young at heart, this book captures the spirit of more than 200 years of events, places and personalities in vivid color, each representing a snapshot in time. These original paintings showcase the extremes of the Show Me State-the good and bad, the beautiful and sometimes ugly, and the famous and the unknown-all had a part to play in the development of this wonderful corner of America. Missouri has it all - from busy urban centers to rolling hills and gentle streams that wind their way through small communities. Through Show Me, readers will explore the quaint spaces unique to the region, and learn why more than six million people call this land home. -- Amazon.com