Natchez, Symbol of the Old South by Nola Nance Oliver

"Natchez, Symbol of the Old South" by Nola Nance Oliver is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work beautifully explores the history and architecture of Natchez, Mississippi, a city rich in ante-bellum mansions and significant historical events. Through vivid descriptions, the author invites readers to experience the unique heritage and culture of the Old South as embodied in Natchez. The opening portion of the book provides an informative foreword that details the origins of Natchez, including its name derived from the Native American tribe that first inhabited the area. It outlines the city's geographical significance and its historical development under various flags, from French to American. The foreword introduces the reader to the renowned ante-bellum mansions of Natchez, each embodying intricate architectural designs and housing original family treasures. Celebrating its historical and cultural legacies, the text sets the stage for a deeper exploration of individual houses and their fascinating stories, promising an enriching journey through the Old South. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Download for free

For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.

Other formats & older devices

About this eBook

Author Oliver, Nola Nance
LoC No. 40009034
Title Natchez, Symbol of the Old South
Credits Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, MFR and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net
Reading Level Reading ease score: 61.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class F296: United States local history: Gulf States. West Florida
LoC Class NA: Fine Arts: Architecture
Subject Historic buildings -- Mississippi -- Natchez
Category Text
eBook-No. 53830
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
Downloads 509 downloads in the last 30 days.

Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!