Six Feet Under: A Graveyard Guide to Minnesota

"This handy guide locates the final resting places and tells the stories of more than 375 notable Minnesotans. Author Stew Thornley traveled throughout Minnesota in pursuit of the historical fact, the little-known tale, the striking monument, and the truth behind the colorful exaggeration. Visiting cemeteries from every era and every region, Thornley recounts the histories of the famous, infamous, and just plain interesting Minnesotans who lie at rest in the state." Including a useful appendix containing a county-by-county listing of the cemeteries and individuals mentioned within, Six Feet Under is an enlightening guide to Minnesota history, and perfect for road trippers and armchair travelers alike.

Stew Thornley is the author of more than thirty books including Land of the Giants: New York's Polo Grounds. He has visited the grave of every member of Baseball's Hall of Fame, a quest that has taken him across the United States as well as to Cuba.