Hidden history of Greenville County

Have you ever heard about the person for whom Paris Mountain was named? The man who bought the town of Pleasantburg? The time when Greenville was the "capital" of South Carolina? Historically, Greenville County owes much to its natural advantage of scenery, location and abundant water, but it has also benefited from its colorful characters, such as Richard Pearis, Vardry McBee, Richard Furman and the Earle family. Hidden History of Greenville County details the personalities, places, and events that have given Greenville its progressive, diverse environment. Join archivist and history professor Alexia Helsley as she explores some of these individuals and their contributors, as well as little-known events in the area and the ever-fascinating "Dark Corner". From mansions to murders, learn things about Greenville County history that you've never encountered before. - Back cover.

שנה

2009

שפה

English

הוצאה

History Press

מהדורות

4

עמודים

128

ISBN

9781596297791

מקור הנתונים: Wikidata