The Old Dominion

Her Making And Her Manners

von Thomas Nelson Page

408 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The Old Dominion: Her Making And Her Manners is a book written by Thomas Nelson Page that provides a comprehensive history and cultural analysis of the state of Virginia, also known as the ""Old Dominion."" The book covers the period from the early colonial days to the end of the 19th century, with a focus on the state's unique character, traditions, and social customs.Page's writing style is engaging and informative, and he draws on a wealth of primary sources to provide a detailed picture of Virginia's history and culture. He covers topics such as the state's early settlement, the role of slavery in its economy, the Civil War and Reconstruction, and the rise of industry and urbanization in the late 19th century.Throughout the book, Page emphasizes the importance of Virginia's traditions and values, such as its commitment to individual liberty, its reverence for the land, and its strong sense of community. He also discusses the state's contributions to American literature, music, and art, and its enduring influence on the nation as a whole.Overall, The Old Dominion: Her Making And Her Manners is a fascinating and insightful exploration of one of America's most important states, written by a masterful historian and storyteller. It will appeal to anyone interested in Virginia's rich history and culture, as well as to those interested in American history more broadly.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.

• Themen: Lifestyle, Hobbys und Freizeit Heimatkunde, Familiengeschichte, Nostalgie Heimatkunde
• ISBN: 9781432685492
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 01.06.2007
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC