Missouri Legends: Famous People from the Show Me State

Walt Disney, Brad Pitt, Jack Dorsey, Payne Stewart. Josephine Baker. Samuel Clemens. George Washington Carver.

What do these icons have in common? They were all raised in the Show Me State. Missouri Legends brings renowned politicians, authors, artists, athletes, performers, and historical figures to life.

This book profiles more than 200 famous Missourians with dozens of new entries. Each profile includes a brief account of their formative years in Missouri and how they became legendary.

From the smallest towns to the big cities, there are legends all around us. This book is a celebration of our Show Me State heroes who have made an impact on the world... and it all started in Missouri.