How to Talk Minnesotan A Visitor's Guide by Howard Mohr 1987, Penguin Books 221 pages, Paperback A week or two of study and people will think you've lived in Minnesota all your life?and so you don't stick out like a sore thumb when you visit Minnesota. -Learn how to refuse food three times before accepting it. -Discover the difference between "not too bad a deal" and "a heckuva deal." -Find out how to reduce travel anxiety with the all-purpose reaction: "It could be worse." -And so much more, including authentic Minnesota dialogue in easy-to-follow lessons! (As heard on A Prarie Home Companion) Pages in unmarked, unread condition. Minor shelf wear to edges and corners of cover.