Lake of the Ozarks: My Surreal Summers in a Vanishing America

This book is a reflective memoir of author Bill Geist’s incredible summers spent in the heartland of America. In the Sixties, Geist worked at Arrowhead Lodge, a small resort owned by his uncle, in various roles, from cesspool attendant to bellhop. This transformative era shaped him into the man he is today. The eccentric characters and experiences influenced his sensibilities, humor, writing, and ultimately his career as a correspondent for the Chicago Tribune, New York Times, and CBS News.

Emmy Award-winning correspondent Geist shares laugh-out-loud anecdotes and tongue-in-cheek observations that evoke nostalgia for the “good ol’ days.” Written with wit and warmth, this title takes readers back to a bygone era, demonstrating how inspiration can be found in unexpected places.

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