Abingdon; first named Wolf Hills by Daniel Boone; was one of the earliest towns and commercial centers in southwestern Virginia. Named after Martha Washingtonrsquo;s ancestral parish in England; this unique town has weathered many economic changes and has emerged as a leading cultural and arts center for the area. Author and native Donna Gayle Akers has extensively researched and published three other books about the arearsquo;s history. Using images from collectors and area historical groups; she shows Abingdonrsquo;s past and the excellent preservation of its built environment.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Fascinating HistoryBy Elizabeth B.Sent this as a gift to my daughter in SC who. with her Beach Girls. loves to vacation on Tybee Island. Short. often just weekend. getaways from the stress of the ER.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy Denise HughesThis series of books are wonderful for any history buff. I have found them nearly every where I travel.0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy charlotte nanceloved it
