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LoC No.: 01016803

Title: The Heart of the Alleghanies; or, Western North Carolina

Note: Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Jane Robins, Chuck Greif and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
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Summary: "The Heart of the Alleghanies; or, Western North Carolina" by Wilbur G. Zeigler and Ben S. Grosscup is a comprehensive account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the geography, history, and resources of Western North Carolina, with a focus on the natural beauty and cultural significance of the region. It also includes narratives of local life, outdoor adventures, and legends steeped in the area's history. The opening of this book introduces readers to the stunning geographical features of the Alleghany Mountains, emphasizing their significance in North Carolina's natural landscape. It discusses the historical context of these mountains, detailing the observations made by early explorers like John C. Calhoun and the peaks that define the region. The text lays the foundation for examining the area’s recreational activities, cultural narratives surrounding local tribes, and the natural resources that abound, enticing readers with a vivid picture of the land and its historical significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Zeigler, Wilbur Gleason, 1857-1935

Author: Grosscup, Ben S.

EBook No.: 50952

Published: Jan 17, 2016

Downloads: 117

Language: English

Subject: North Carolina -- Description and travel

Subject: Allegheny Mountains

LoCC: United States local history: The South. South Atlantic States

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 01016803

Title: The Heart of the Alleghanies; or, Western North Carolina

Note: Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Jane Robins, Chuck Greif and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)

Summary: "The Heart of the Alleghanies; or, Western North Carolina" by Wilbur G. Zeigler and Ben S. Grosscup is a comprehensive account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the geography, history, and resources of Western North Carolina, with a focus on the natural beauty and cultural significance of the region. It also includes narratives of local life, outdoor adventures, and legends steeped in the area's history. The opening of this book introduces readers to the stunning geographical features of the Alleghany Mountains, emphasizing their significance in North Carolina's natural landscape. It discusses the historical context of these mountains, detailing the observations made by early explorers like John C. Calhoun and the peaks that define the region. The text lays the foundation for examining the area’s recreational activities, cultural narratives surrounding local tribes, and the natural resources that abound, enticing readers with a vivid picture of the land and its historical significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Zeigler, Wilbur Gleason, 1857-1935

Author: Grosscup, Ben S.

EBook No.: 50952

Published: Jan 17, 2016

Downloads: 117

Language: English

Subject: North Carolina -- Description and travel

Subject: Allegheny Mountains

LoCC: United States local history: The South. South Atlantic States

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.