A Guide to Historic Staunton, Virginia

A Guide to Historic Staunton, Virginia

Author: Edmund D. Potter

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 2008-09-22

Total Pages: 137

ISBN-13: 1625844581

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Unlike many small towns in the South that were occupied by the Union army, beautiful Staunton, Virginia, emerged from the Civil War largely unscathed. Join historian Edmund Potter on a walking tour through the many architectural gems and notable buildings of downtown Stauntons five National Historic Districts. From the picturesque Wharf Area to the birthplace of Woodrow Wilson to the towns many historically African American businesses, A Guide to Historic Staunton offers visitors and residents alike a deeper appreciation of their remarkable surroundings.


In Their Words

In Their Words

Author: Laten Bechtel

Publisher:

Published: 2017-01-30

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9781934368435

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30 interviews of African Americans who grew up in the Jim Crow South and experienced society's move from segregation to integration.


The Sheer Ecstasy of Being a Lunatic Farmer

The Sheer Ecstasy of Being a Lunatic Farmer

Author: Joel Salatin

Publisher: Polyface

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780963810960

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This book describes, with stories and evangelistic fervor, the breadth and depth of the paradigm differences between healing and exploitive food systems. Salatin explains both the rationale for and satisfaction from a solar-driven, pastured-based, locally-marketed, symbiotic, synergistic, relationally-oriented farm.


Explorer's Guide The Shenandoah Valley and Mountains of the Virginias

Explorer's Guide The Shenandoah Valley and Mountains of the Virginias

Author: Jim Hargan

Publisher: The Countryman Press

Published: 2005-04-19

Total Pages: 467

ISBN-13: 0881505773

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A lively, comprehensive guide to the southern Appalachians, from Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains to the Monongahela National Forest of West Virginia. With visitation levels that rival Orlando and New York City, the southern Appalachians draw a huge array of weekenders, adventurers, and long-term visitors. This book offers historical insight, outdoor adventure, and all the information most travelers need to plan and enjoy their journey. This guide also serves as an insider's handbook to the nine national parks, offering active travelers the best access points and trailheads for kayaking, biking, and hiking excursions. In addition, this comprehensive guide to the region includes opinionated listings of inns, B&Bs, hotels, and vacation cabins; hundreds of dining reviews, from barbecue to four-star cuisine; up-to-date maps; an alphabetical "What's Where" subject guide to aid in trip planning; and handy icons that point out family-friendly establishments, wheelchair access, places of special value, and lodgings that accept pets.


The Historical Archaeology of Virginia from Initial Settlement to the Present

The Historical Archaeology of Virginia from Initial Settlement to the Present

Author: Clarence R. Geier

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2017-02-10

Total Pages: 232

ISBN-13: 9781541023482

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The book includes six chapters that cover Virginia history from initial settlement through the 20th century plus one that deals with the important role of underwater archaeology. Written by prominent archaeologists with research experience in their respective topic areas, the chapters consider important issues of Virginia history and consider how the discipline of historic archaeology has addressed them and needs to address them . Changes in research strategy over time are discussed , and recommendations are made concerning the need to recognize the diverse and often differing roles and impacts that characterized the different regions of Virginia over the course of its historic past. Significant issues in Virginia history needing greater study are identified.


Stay on Route 6

Stay on Route 6

Author: Malerie D. Yolen-Cohen

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2012-05-10

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781468049398

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US Route 6, also known as The Grand Army of the Republic Highway, is the longest contiguous transcontinental route in the USA. Running from Provincetown, MA to Bishop, CA (and before 1964 to Long Beach, CA), US Route 6 remains for the most part, a two-lane highway on its way through fourteen states. This is your guide along all of its original 3,652 miles. From Revolutionary War sites to pioneer settlements and western mining towns, Route 6 offers an in-depth lesson in US History, charms of yesteryear and comforts of modern times. Compiled and written by magazine and newspaper travel writer, Malerie Yolen-Cohen, Stay on Route 6 highlights the best attractions, restaurants, hotels and oddities along America's long-ignored highway.


Fun with the Family Virginia

Fun with the Family Virginia

Author: Candyce Stapen

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2010-05-18

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13: 0762763345

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Geared towards parents with children between the ages of two and twelve, Fun with the Family Virginia features interesting facts and sidebars as well as practical tips about traveling with your little ones.


Iron Horses in the Valley

Iron Horses in the Valley

Author: John R. Hildebrand

Publisher:

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781572492325

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Twenty-three color photos offer a pictured history of railroading in the Shenandoah Valley.