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This catalog represents the "Contemporary Folk Art" round of the Treasures to Go Smithsonian exhibitions touring the US in 2002. The works of 51 artists are featured, with such titles as "Seven Navajo Figures," "Gerald Ford Totem Pole," and "American Flag Whirligig." Patterson is an independent curator intrigued by self-taught artists. The book includes a foreword by the museum director. It lacks references. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)