Anticipated Release Date: June 2025

Strange Awesome Pennsylvania is the second book in Patrick M. Reynolds’ Pennsylvania Profiles series, originally released in 1978. This volume brings together selections from Reynolds’ syndicated comic strip, once featured in newspapers such as the Lancaster Sunday News. Known for its lively, humorous, and informative storytelling, the series sheds light on the often-overlooked and unusual sides of Pennsylvania’s history.

In this volume, Reynolds delves into quirky and surprising tales from the Keystone State, such as:

• Magnificent old motor cars

• The Ferris Wheel of the 1893 Columbian Exposition in Chicago

• The Great Erie Train Track Guage Dispute

• Inventor Benjamin Franklin

• The Mummer's Parade

• George Washington at the Brandywine 

• British in Germantown

Reynolds combines historical accuracy with a playful tone, bringing Pennsylvania's rich past to life in an engaging and approachable way. His work shows a genuine passion for local history, often revealing intriguing stories that are easily missed in traditional accounts.

For those interested in Pennsylvania's history presented in a unique and engaging format, Strange, Awesome Pennsylvania offers a delightful exploration of the state's lesser-known tales.

Find more books in this series: Pennsylvania Profiles

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