Decatur

Autor*innen

• Joe Earle

Reihen

• Bilder aus Amerika: Georgia

Parameter

• 130 Seiten
• 5 Lesestunden

• Geschichte

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The book explores Decatur's rich history as a city founded in 1823, highlighting its evolution from a county seat to a vibrant suburb of Atlanta. It emphasizes the community's commitment to homes, education, and spirituality, illustrated by its notable institutions like Agnes Scott College and Columbia Theological Seminary. The narrative also celebrates prominent residents, including Civil War memoirist Mary Gay and Rebecca Latimer Felton, the first female U.S. senator, showcasing the city's significant contributions to Georgia's cultural heritage.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2010
• Einband: Hardcover