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Category : Natural Bridge (Va.)
Languages : en
Pages : 56
Book Description
Description of the Natural Bridge, Va., and Its History
Author: Natural Bridge
Author: Ernst H. Kastning PhDPublisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1439647771
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Natural Bridge, located in the historic Shenandoah Valley, is one of the most recognized and visited geologic landmarks in the country. The massive 90-foot-wide arch spans Cedar Creek, which runs 200 feet below. Legend says that George Washington, as a young land surveyor, carved his initials on its wall. In 1774, King George III granted ownership to Thomas Jefferson. Natural Bridge was often regarded as the Eighth Natural Wonder of the World during the 19th and 20th centuries. The site became a popular venue for events, ranging from conventions to the annual Easter Sunrise Service. Hotels, inns, and cottages were built to accommodate travelers, and on-site attractionsincluding a show cave, a wax museum, and a Monacan Indian villagebroadened visitor appeal. Natural Bridge remained privately owned until 2014, when the title was transferred, allowing it to become a state park; the bridge will now truly belong to the people, a concept that would have made Jefferson proud.
Natural Tunnel
Author: Tony ScalesPublisher: The Overmountain Press
ISBN: 9781570722875
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Presents the story of the Natural Tunnel in Scott County, Virginia. This work includes images and accounts that span from its geological beginnings to its role as a premier state park.
A History of Virginia Literature
Author: Kevin J. HayesPublisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1316299171
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 437
Book Description
A History of Virginia Literature chronicles a story that has been more than four hundred years in the making. It looks at the development of literary culture in Virginia from the founding of Jamestown in 1607 to the twenty-first century. Divided into four main parts, this History examines the literature of colonial Virginia, Jeffersonian Virginia, Civil War Virginia, and modern Virginia. Individual chapters survey such literary genres as diaries, histories, letters, novels, poetry, political writings, promotion literature, science fiction, and slave narratives. Leading scholars also devote special attention to several major authors, including William Byrd of Westover, Thomas Jefferson, Ellen Glasgow, Edgar Allan Poe, and William Styron. This book is of pivotal importance to the development of American literature and of American studies more generally.
Natural History
Author: Legends of the Skyline Drive and the Great Valley of Virginia
Author: Carrie Hunter WillisPublisher:
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Category : Shenandoah National Park (Va.)
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
A Bibliography of Virginia
Author: Earl Gregg SwemPublisher:
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Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 750
Book Description
The Natural Bridge and Its Historical Surroundings
Author: Edmund Pendleton TompkinsPublisher:
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Category : Natural Bridge (Va.)
Languages : en
Pages : 186
Book Description
The gem of the idea of this small history had its origin in the mind of Mr. J. Lee Davis, co-author of this work, who is the President of the company now owning The Bridge, and to whom much is due for the wonderful development of this large and important property, and its present high state of perfection. To Mr. Davis is also due the credit for collecting much of the material going into this undertaking. -- Preface.
The Virginia Indian Heritage Trail
Author: Karenne WoodPublisher: Humanities Press International
ISBN: 9780978660437
Category : Heritage tourism
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description
A short guide to Virginia Indian tribes, archeology, museums, reservations, events, and historical figures. Includes maps.
The Virginia Landscape
Author: James C. KellyPublisher:
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Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
For generations of Virginians and visitors the landscape of the Old Dominion has represented something unique and symbolic. In conjunction with a landmark exhibition at the Virginia Historical Society, this beautifully produced volume brings together more than 250 paintings, drawings, prints, and photographs depicting the rich and varied history of the state through the eyes of the artists who have painted and photographed it.