Real Country is a monumental four-volume work by Ann Bolton Bevins, a leading authority on local history, architecture, and genealogy in Scott County. This extensive research, enriched by her photography, fills a significant gap in the area's historical narrative. Prior to her efforts, Scott County lacked a comprehensive and authoritative history, with only fragmented information available through encyclopedic sources and local archives. In 1981, Mrs. Bevins began to change that with her publication, making history engaging for both casual and serious historians. She believes that old buildings communicate stories, and her research draws from public records, letters, diaries, and interviews, creating a vivid account of Georgetown and Scott County's past. Volume III focuses on the "South Triangle's West," reflecting on losses from rapid growth and development. It explores agricultural areas and communities like White Sulphur and Payne's Depot, detailing African American neighborhoods such as Zion Hill and Trottertown. Each volume examines public roads and architectural treasures, emphasizing the influences on development and the communal spaces that shape the area's identity. Mrs. Bevins applies criteria from the National Register of Historic Places in her analyses. Given Scott County's rapid growth, this work serves as a vital reminder of the importance of preserving its heritage, making it a heartfelt tribute to the region a
