Keeping Austin Weird: A Guide to the (Still) Odd Side of Town

Keeping Austin Weird: A Guide to the (Still) Odd Side of Town

Take a whimsical photographic tour of the people, places, and events in Austin that collectively make it one of the weirdest cities in America. City native Red Wassenich is tour guide to the odder side of town, which has grown enormously in size and reputation in recent years. Marvel at the Cathedral of Junk, a three-story, 60-ton behemoth made of flotsam and jetsam. Join the fun at Eeyoreâ‚¬s Birthday Bash, a day-long bacchanalia celebrating the beloved fictional character. Meet Dr. Dumpster, who lived in a tricked-out trash bin for over a year. Visit the Museum of the Weird in the cityâ‚¬s â‚¬Å“Dirty Sixthâ‚¬Â neighborhood. While locals fret endlessly over the forces of normalcy and consumerism that threaten its quirky existence, the townâ‚¬s still-unconventional underbelly is revealed in this book. So whether youâ‚¬re into art, food, politics, music, or sports with a flair for the strange, Austin has just the place for you.
Country USA
Brand SCHIFFER PUBLISHING LTD
Manufacturer Schiffer
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 9780764350962
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780764350962
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

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