The History Of The City Of Fredericksburg, Virginia (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432664725)

The History Of The City Of Fredericksburg, Virginia is a comprehensive account of the development and growth of the city of Fredericksburg, Virginia, written by Silvanus Jackson Quinn. The book covers the period from the earliest settlement of the area by Native Americans to the present day, providing a detailed overview of the city's history, culture, and society.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of Fredericksburg's history. The first chapter provides an overview of the city's early settlement and colonial history, while subsequent chapters explore the city's role in the American Revolution, its growth during the antebellum period, and its experiences during the Civil War.Other chapters examine the city's post-Civil War development, including its transition from a predominantly agricultural community to a more industrialized city, as well as its cultural and artistic heritage. The book also includes a detailed discussion of the city's architecture and landmarks, including its historic homes, churches, and public buildings.Throughout the book, Quinn provides a wealth of detail and insight into the city's history, drawing on a wide range of primary and secondary sources. He also includes numerous photographs and illustrations, as well as maps and other visual aids, to help readers better understand the city's development over time.Overall, The History Of The City Of Fredericksburg, Virginia is an engaging and informative account of one of America's most historic and culturally rich cities. It will be of interest to anyone interested in the history of Virginia or the United States more broadly, as well as to those who simply want to learn more about this fascinating and vibrant city.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Silvanus Jackson Quinn
ISBN-10: 1432664727
ISBN-13: 9781432664725
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/01/2007
Pages: 424
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.36lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d