If you want to know the history of the scary Jack-O -Lantern and find out where the Halloween pumpkins originated from, read this excerpt from the book Pumpkin: The Curious History of An American Icon
From the perennial popularity of Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Lattes to the annual introduction of creative new pumpkin-related products, the brightly-colored crop seems to hold a special place in the hearts, minds and wallets of Americans.