Historical Raleigh (Classic Reprint)

Moses N. Amis

ISBN 10: 1331056136 / ISBN 13: 9781331056133

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book is a detailed and engaging journey through the history of Raleigh, North Carolina, delving into the city's origins as the state capital and its growth throughout the 19th century. The author meticulously explores the establishment of Wake County and its county seat, Bloomsbury, later renamed Wake Court House. Readers are presented with a vivid portrait of the city's founding, including the selection of its site, the design of its layout, and the construction of its first State House. The book traces the city's development through the Revolutionary War era, exploring the role of prominent figures like Joel Lane, Isaac Hunter, and James Martin. The author also delves into the city's early governance, its changing social landscape, and the emergence of its cultural institutions. Beyond its detailed historical account, the book offers insight into the city's growth and development within the broader context of North Carolinaââ â ¢s evolving political and economic landscape. By exploring the stories of its founders, citizens, and leaders, this book offers a unique glimpse into the early years of Raleigh's rise as a vibrant Southern city. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781331056133_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Historical Raleigh (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1331056136
• ISBN 13: 9781331056133
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
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Synopsis

Discover the history of Raleigh and Wake County through vivid sketches of towns, people, and progress. This richly detailed collection reveals how a region grew from its early roots into a modern capital city.

This book compiles historical notes, town portraits, and biographical sketches to illuminate the development of Wake County and its important towns. It provides context for the capital’s evolution, highlighting community leaders, businesses, and civic life that shaped the area.

• Narratives about the formation of Wake County and the rise of Raleigh as the region’s hub


• Sketched portraits of key towns such as Apex, Cary, Holly Springs, Wendell, Zebulon, and more


• Biographical sketches of prominent citizens and local leaders


• Descriptive, educational, industrial, and religious insights into the county’s past

Ideal for readers of local history, North Carolina heritage, and anyone curious about how Wake County and Raleigh became what they are today.