Abingdon by Donna Gayle Akers
The charming town of Abingdon is nestled in southwestern Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains and situated along the Holston River. Originally known as Wolf Hills-a name bestowed upon the town by Daniel Boone-Abingdon was renamed in honor of Martha Washington's home in England. The town today enjoys a rich and varied palate suitable for residents and tourists, young and old alike. Images of America: Abingdon, Virginia celebrates the town's singular heritage by offering readers a rare find of almost 200 photographs, showcasing many well-known town entities, personalities, and businesses from the past century. These images portray such structures as the Stonewall Jackson Female Institute, the Abingdon Academy, the Belmont Hotel, and the Martha Washington Inn, as well as the Barter Theater, unique in its exchange of food and household goods for performances. Long-gone but rarely forgotten individuals also make appearances, allowing newcomers the chance to meet the people behind the names and longtime residents an opportunity to visit with old friends.
Akers, Donna Gayle: - Author, historian, and ninth-generation descendant of the area's settlers, Donna Gayle Akers has researched and gathered images from collectors and families to illustrate the modern-age transitions. She has published four other Arcadia book on this area. Fortunately, the preservation of the town's historic buildings and history combine to make this small town a distinctive and renowned mountain jewel.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781540214263 |
| ISBN 10 | 1540214265 |
| Title | Abingdon |
| Author | Donna Gayle Akers |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Arcadia Publishing Library Editions |
| Year published | 2017-01-30 |
| Number of pages | 98 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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