A History of North Carolina in 100 Buildings

By Doug Gelbert

Moravian souvenirs...college sports...gold rushes...the "Poet of the People"...iron horses...kissing bridges...Hollywood producers...roadside architecture...beloved carbonated beverages...iconic dams...the CCC...general stores...historic stages...auto racing...carousels...diners...the golden age of motoring...kit houses...master potters...minor league baseball...civil rights...suburban revolution...barbecue...early aviation...bucket list golf...the story of North Carolina is written in the hotels and bridges and mills and mansions that define the Old North State.Imagine a group of settlers arriving in an undeveloped location. First come shelters in which to live and then structures in which to work and shop. There are buildings for worship and education. As the community grows government buildings are required. With prosperity comes places in which to spend leisure time. And each construction choice crafts a story unique to North Carolina, a story told in 100 buildings.This picture book looks at 100 pieces of the built world that have shaped North Carolina from her beginnings. Places and spaces could be famous for their architecture or distinguished by the people associated with them. Some stand out for their engineering. Others are famous just for being famous. All have contributed to the tapestry of the great North Carolina story.Almost all of the selections within are open to the public, or at least visible from public spaces. So, if you haven't seen these landmarks in person, fire up your GPS and get out and see the history of the Old North State standing in plain sight on North Carolina streets!

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 193577154X
• ISBN13: 9781935771548
• Release Date: March 2021
• Publisher: Cruden Bay Books
• Length: 108 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.0" x 10.0"