Atlanta History for Cocktail Parties

By James Ottley

A synopsis of some of the more unique, interesting and humorous events and facts from Volume I of Franklin Garrett's comprehensive history of Atlanta, Atlanta and Its Environs. Atlanta History for Cocktail Parties hopes to engender an interest in Mr. Garrett's work by appealing to those with perhaps a more casual interest in Atlanta history. Atlanta History for Cocktail Parties is a great resource for those with an interest in Atlanta History who could, from time to time, benefit from a few talking points while waiting in line at the cash bar.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0557046580
• ISBN13: 9780557046584
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: Lulu Press
• Length: 90 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Atlanta's most interesting events come to life in this entertaining quick read!

Incredibly entertaining and whimsical look at milestones in Atlanta's rich history. Taken from the chronicles of Franklin Garrett, Atlanta's only officially recognized historian, author James Ottley highlights some of the more intriguing events in this city's great history. Like the title suggests, it's for cocktail parties, not water cooler fodder. Served best with southern bourbon on the rocks of the Chattahoochee River, Stone Mountain and the very gravestones atop the pinnacle of Vinings

Amazing journey through the History of Atlanta!

Atlanta History for Cocktail Parties is a one of a kind, brilliant and witty summary of Franklin Garrett's Atlanta and Environs. James Ottley carefully extracted the most intriguing facts and stories from this two thousand page account of the history of Atlanta. It's a wonderful read and strongly recommended for those who want to learn more about an amazingly fascinating historical city!