Madison, The Capital Of Wisconsin: Its Growth, Progress, Condition, Wants And Capabilities (1857)

Madison, The Capital of Wisconsin: Its Growth, Progress, Condition, Wants and Capabilities is a historical book written by Lyman Copeland Draper and published in 1857. The book provides a comprehensive account of the city of Madison, Wisconsin, covering its history, growth, and development up until that point. Draper begins by discussing the early settlement of the area, including the Native American tribes who inhabited the region before European settlers arrived. He then goes on to describe the founding and growth of Madison, including its early years as a territorial capital and its eventual designation as the state capital of Wisconsin. The book also covers the city's physical features, such as its geography, climate, and natural resources. Draper provides detailed descriptions of the local flora and fauna, as well as the various bodies of water in and around Madison. In addition, the author discusses the city's economy, including its agriculture, manufacturing, and commerce. He also analyzes the educational and cultural institutions in Madison, including the University of Wisconsin and the State Historical Society. Throughout the book, Draper emphasizes the potential of Madison as a thriving and prosperous city, and he highlights the various opportunities for growth and development. Overall, Madison, The Capital of Wisconsin: Its Growth, Progress, Condition, Wants and Capabilities is a valuable historical resource for anyone interested in the early history of Madison and the state of Wisconsin.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Draper was the first secretary of the State Historical Society of Wisconsin.