Wisconsin Dictionary: A Guide to Language in America's Dairyland (Wayne Larson's Tales from Life in Wisconsin) Paperback – November 26, 2024

“FROM ‘YOU BETCHA’ TO ‘UFF DA’—THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO TALKING, LIVING, AND LOVING ALL THINGS WISCONSIN!”Are you ready to speak fluent Wisconsinite? Whether you're a lifelong cheesehead or just passing through on your way to Lambeau Field, Wayne Larson's Wisconsin Dictionary is your essential guide to understanding the quirky phrases, local lingo, and unmistakable charm of the Badger State.Packed with almost 1500 hilarious, heartfelt, and oh-so-relatable entries, this humor-filled dictionary will have you chuckling through definitions like:“Kringle Crisis”: When the last piece of kringle vanishes before you get a bite.“Tailgate Tundra”: The frozen battleground of brats and beer outside Lambeau, no matter the weather.“Kwik Trip Treasure Hunt”: The thrill of discovering fresh Glazers and bonus squeaky cheese curds.“Cheese Curd Crunch”: That magical sound of biting into fried perfection.Wayne Larson, Wisconsin’s unofficial wordsmith, brings his unique blend of wit and warmth to every page, celebrating the traditions, quirks, and humor that define America’s Dairyland. From supper clubs and snowblowers to fish fries and Packer fandom, this book isn’t just a dictionary—it’s a love letter to Wisconsin life.Perfect for Wisconsin natives, out-of-state transplants, and anyone who’s ever debated the correct way to boil a brat, Wayne Larson’s Wisconsin Dictionary will have you laughing, learning, and loving the Midwest even more.“Grab a Spotted Cow, slice of kringle, and settle in—because you’re about to discover why life’s better in Wisconsin!” Read more