A History Of Highland County, Virginia (1911)

By Oren Frederic Morton

Book Overview

A History Of Highland County, Virginia is a comprehensive account of the development and growth of Highland County, Virginia from its early settlement in the 1700s to the early 1900s. Written by Oren Frederic Morton and published in 1911, the book provides a detailed look at the county's geography, natural resources, and the lives of its inhabitants.The book begins with an overview of the county's early history, including its Native American inhabitants and the arrival of European settlers. It then goes on to explore the county's economic development, including its agricultural and industrial sectors, as well as its transportation infrastructure.Throughout the book, Morton provides detailed accounts of the county's key historical events, including the Civil War and the impact of Reconstruction on the local community. He also examines the county's social and cultural history, including the development of its education system and the role of religion in the lives of its residents.A History Of Highland County, Virginia is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this rural county in the Shenandoah Valley. It provides a rich and detailed account of the county's past, and offers insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by its inhabitants over the course of several centuries.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104594064
• ISBN13: 9781104594060
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 444 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"