Explore the strange, surprising, and fascinating stories behind the San Francisco Bay Area with Bay Curious, an illustrated guide to local history, landmarks, legends, and culture. Based on KQED’s award-winning podcast, this entertaining book uncovers the hidden stories that make the Bay Area one of a kind.
Who was America’s first and only emperor? Why are ships buried beneath the streets of San Francisco? Did the word “hella” really originate in the East Bay? Bay Curious answers these questions and many more through engaging illustrated deep-dives into the region’s most intriguing people, places, and events.
Travel from Marin’s towering redwood forests to the mysterious Winchester Mystery House. Discover the Black Panther Party’s school breakfast program, learn about the invention of the Mai Tai, and uncover the history behind San Francisco’s most unusual landmarks and local legends.
Featuring popular stories from the Bay Curious podcast alongside new material created especially for the book, this lively collection is full of unexpected discoveries about Bay Area history, trivia, and culture. Whether you’re a longtime local, a new resident, or a curious visitor, Bay Curious offers a fresh perspective on the stories hiding in plain sight across Northern California.
Paperback, 256 pages
Author: Olivia Allen-Price
