Little Kingdoms: The Counties of Kentucky, 1850-1891

By Robert M. Ireland

Book Overview

Kentucky's counties though theoretically provinces of the state were in reality powerful semi-sovereign entities during the latter half of the 19th century. Their positive accomplishments were many. Government funds were wisely invested in internal improvements, road construction, law enforcement, tax collection, and relief of the poor. Keen competition for county offices, placed on an electoral basis by the Constitution of 1850, brought added vitality to Kentucky's uniquely intense political li

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0813153123
• ISBN13: 9780813153124
• Release Date: July 2014
• Publisher: University Press of Kentucky
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.5" x 8.5"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher