Raleigh, North Carolina: A Brief History (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781540219695)

Since its establishment in 1792 as the permanent and unalterable seat of government of the state of North Carolina," Raleigh has seen many changes. Historian Joe Mobley offers a detailed and compelling portrait of North Carolina's capital as it has evolved from town to thriving metropolis, from the Civil War and Reconstruction through the Great Depression and Raleigh's coming of age in the decades following World War II. Learn about the many obstacles Raleigh has overcome on its way to becoming a major center of economic, social and political life in North Carolina."

Author: Joe A. Mobley
ISBN-10: 1540219690
ISBN-13: 9781540219695
Publisher: History Press Library Editions
Language: English
Published: 11/27/2009
Pages: 194
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d