Rhode Island 101: Everything You Wanted to Know About Rhode Island and Were Going to Ask Anyway

by Tim Lehnert

From fabulous beaches, historic cities, and dynamite cuisine to corrupt politicians, elite universities, and a one-of-a-kind accent, this multifaceted guidebook explores the nation’s smallest Rhode Island. Well-known natives weigh in, including broadcast journalist Jim Taricani, author Mark Patinkin, folklorist Michael Bell, and satirist Charlie Hall. Profiles of Buddy Cianci, H. P. Lovecraft, and the Farrelly brothers enhance this informative resource, as do discussions of Narragansett Bay, the American Industrial Revolution, and the New England mob. Conjuring admiration for Rhode Island, this guide is both practical and informative.

250 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 1, 2010

Reviews

[Dez · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great little book. It’s dated but you can still learn some good history and fun facts.

[Steven Yenzer · Rating 4 out of 5]

I feel a bit silly for giving this slim travel guide four stars, but it really was a very solid primer on the Ocean State. Better written and wittier than it had any right to be!

[Diana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book- very true.