William E. Lass

Shaping the North Star State: A History of Minnesota's Boundaries William E. Lass

? How Did Minnesota Get Its Shape?
? Why is Isle Royale part of Michigan?
? What's with that knob on top of Minnesota? And why doesn't it include the entirety of Lake of the Woods?
? What about the bump on the western border?
? How long has the rivalry between Wisconsin and Minnesota actually existed?
? How were the boundaries mapped before GPS?
Find the answers to these questions (and more) inside!