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Asheville
Mountain Majesty
Lou Harshaw
Bright Mountain Books
978-0-914875-35-2
$29.00 paperback
7 1/2 x 9 1/4
368 pages
422 b/w photographs
Published in 2007
North Carolina, Historical, Cultural Heritage
A lifelong resident of Asheville, regional historian, and former publicity director for the Asheville Chamber of Commerce, author Lou Harshaw offers a firsthand look at the history and development of this magnificent city known for its grand mountain views, rich and diverse culture, deep-rooted artistic heritage, historic architecture, and the legendary Biltmore Estate. Asheville: Mountain Majesty is an excellent source for discovering, or rediscovering, these and other facets of the city and its history. The book is enhanced by a wealth of period images complemented by the author’s contemporary photography. |
Reviews
"...[A] major contribution to Asheville historiography...[T]he most interesting and comprehensive chronological history of the Asheville area to date...[A] must read for those who want to have a better understanding of the complexity of Asheville's colorful past."
—Ron Holland, former regional supervisor, N.C. Office of Archives & History, Western Office
"[R]eadable, well-illustrated, and extensively indexed book...It should prove to be an interesting and valuable resource for both newcomers and longtime residents."
—Ann Wright, special collections librarian, Buncombe County Public Libraries
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