books about Wisconsin

MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Historical Society Press continues its annual “Twelve Books of Christmas” announcements today with a detailed history of America’s football team, the Green Bay Packers. With a foreword by long-time Packers President/CEO Bob Harlan, the Green Bay Packers: Trials, Triumphs, and Tradition tells the improbable story of professional football’s most iconic team, and along the way gives a unique window into the rise of modern professional sports. The sixth book on this year’s list, “Green Bay Packers” features more than 300 photographs, some never before seen, and illustrates how the most creative team in sports is also one of the most successful.

To purchase a copy of “Green Bay Packers” — or any book from this year’s “Twelve Books of Christmas” (see below) — visit your favorite book retailer or order through the Wisconsin Historical Museum shop online or by phone at 888-999-1669. An e-book version of “Green Bay Packers” is also available .

Last week, the Society Press unwrapped the first five of its top holiday shopping book picks on our annual “Twelve Books of Christmas List.” They include:

By Michael Perry

Milwaukee in the 1930s: A Federal Writers Project City Guide

Edited By John Kaminski

By Terry Frei

By Geri Schrab & Robert Boszhardt

We will be announcing a new book each day in a special Facebook Video (view here!) that unveils each title in the “2016 Twelve Books of Christmas.” Like us here on Facebook to view tomorrow’s pick in the “Twelve Books of Christmas!” And watch your email for the announcement of our entire list on Dec. 17!