A Young People's History Of Virginia And Virginians (1896) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104603311)

A Young People's History Of Virginia And Virginians is a book written by Dabney Herndon Maury and published in 1896. The book is aimed at young readers and provides a comprehensive history of Virginia and its people. The author covers the period from the arrival of the first English settlers in 1607 to the end of the Civil War in 1865.The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a specific period in Virginia's history. The author begins by describing the arrival of the English settlers and their struggles to establish a colony in the new world. He then goes on to discuss the growth of the colony and the development of its economy, including the importance of tobacco cultivation.Throughout the book, the author also highlights the contributions of famous Virginians, such as George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Robert E. Lee. He discusses their achievements and their impact on Virginia and the United States as a whole.The book also covers the Civil War and its effect on Virginia. The author discusses the causes of the war and the role that Virginia played in it. He describes the battles that took place in Virginia and the impact that they had on the state and its people.Overall, A Young People's History Of Virginia And Virginians is an informative and engaging book that provides young readers with a comprehensive understanding of Virginia's history and its people. The author's writing style is clear and accessible, making the book an excellent resource for students and anyone interested in learning more about Virginia's rich history.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: Dabney Herndon Maury
ISBN-10: 1104603314
ISBN-13: 9781104603311
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2009
Pages: 260
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.78lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.55d