Virginia County Names: Two Hundred And Seventy Years Of Virginia History (1908) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104522919)

Virginia County Names: Two Hundred And Seventy Years Of Virginia History is a book written by Charles Massie Long and originally published in 1908. The book is a comprehensive guide to the history of Virginia's counties, tracing the origins of each county name and providing insights into the state's rich cultural and political history. The book is divided into two main sections. The first section provides a brief overview of Virginia's history, including the state's early settlement, its role in the American Revolution, and its role in the Civil War. The second section is a county-by-county guide to Virginia's counties, with each chapter dedicated to a specific county. Each county chapter includes a detailed history of the county, including information on its founding and development, notable events and figures, and the origin of its name. The book also includes maps and illustrations to help readers visualize the state's geography and history. Overall, Virginia County Names: Two Hundred And Seventy Years Of Virginia History is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Virginia's history, geography, and culture. It provides a detailed and engaging look at the state's counties and their significance in shaping Virginia's past and present.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: Charles Massie Long
ISBN-10: 1104522918
ISBN-13: 9781104522919
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/10/2009
Pages: 208
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.63lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.44d