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The Simpsons Guide to Springfield
Springfield... Home of the Isotopes, Springfield A&M, and Blinkey, the world's first three–eyed fish! Birthplace of the Flaming Moe! The site of Krustylu Studios, the awe–inspiring Springfield Gorge, and a world–renowned box factory! O Springfield! What many wonders you offer up for our consumption! Yes, we've all heard of Springfield called the country's "worst city" and "America's crudbucket." But is it all that bad? Well, maybe yes and maybe no––you be the judge! This handy, indispensable guide shows you where to go, what to do, and what to see in Springfield––and what shots to get before you visit. Along the way, you'll explore the culture, foods, and beliefs of everyday people and, in essays, photos, and sidebars, peer into the very soul of this dysfunctional, dynamic city! From the smoky majesty of the Springfield Tire Yard the crunchy, oily goddess of The Frying Dutchman seafood restaurant, from the swanky shopping of the South Street Squidport to nut–watching opportunities at the Bloodbath and Beyond Gun Shop, this is the guide for everyone planning a trip to the city that Springfield resident Marge Simpson calls, "a part of us all."
132 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1998
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Matt Groening
1,049Ìýbooks427ÌýfollowersMatthew Abram Groening is an American cartoonist, television producer and writer from Portland, Oregon.
Groening is best known as the creator of The Simpsons. He is also the creator of Futurama and the author of the weekly comic strip Life in Hell. Groening distributed Life in Hell in the book corner of Licorice Pizza, a record store in which he worked.
He made his first professional cartoon sale to the avant-garde Wet magazine in 1978. The cartoon is still carried in 250 weekly newspapers.
Groening is best known as the creator of The Simpsons. He is also the creator of Futurama and the author of the weekly comic strip Life in Hell. Groening distributed Life in Hell in the book corner of Licorice Pizza, a record store in which he worked.
He made his first professional cartoon sale to the avant-garde Wet magazine in 1978. The cartoon is still carried in 250 weekly newspapers.
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Displaying 1 - 11 of 11 reviews
June 28, 2012
In the tradition of joke guidebooks to fictional places, this one rates right up there! Chock full of entertaining info for the fan in all of us.
I especially enjoyed the descriptions of the many shops in Springfield and the 'What's Right With Springfield' boxes.
A fun read!
I especially enjoyed the descriptions of the many shops in Springfield and the 'What's Right With Springfield' boxes.
A fun read!
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April 11, 2010The Simpsons Guide to Springfield by Matt Groening (1998)
September 24, 2015
After reading this book you too will be saying, "Ich bin ein Springfielder".
June 1, 2017
Pretty good.There were some businesses I forgot about in some episodes.Sweet Home Alabama - The Store With Things From Alabama!
April 3, 2020
So much fun! I loved this when I was a kid, still grateful for my nana buying it for me. She’s the reason I love the Simpsons and comics and the Simpsons comics so much, I wouldn’t have a quarter as many if it weren’t for her.
April 9, 2022
I didn't find this entertaining at all. Sorry,
May 19, 2022
A super fun and immersive read on the town of Springfield. I love all the niche locations and the funny articles on them
3.75/ 5 C
3.75/ 5 C
June 20, 2023
a book i think i last read when i was 13, incredibly nostalgic. i re-read it through the internet archive for anyone looking to do the same. the jokes are a lot funnier as an adult!
June 4, 2023
If you are a Simpsons fan you will enjoy this. It's not great. It just reminds you of classic moments from when the Simpsons were funny. Keep it in the car, while your spouse runs in the Kwik-E-Mart to get coffee. Or keep it in the bathroom for... focus.
October 20, 2012
A fun factfilled guide to the home of America's most famous family
May 28, 2015
ESTE LIBRO ES BUENISIMO!!!
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