Georgia Books

"The Historic Oakland Cemetery of Atlanta:Speaking Stones", like most of History Press' publications, is content laidened and complimented with photographs. There is so much to learn in this book, it left me wanting more -- which is a good thing! I learned so much about Atlanta history from the author's descriptions of the headstones in Oakland Cemetery.It was easy to put together a historical outline from her narrative. I like the way she turned each tombstone into a story, which ultimately is how we want our lives to be remembered. The Author pays tribute to these lives and makes us care, which is more than most history books accomplish. History Press appears to have a motive to keep local history alive. This book certainly accomplishes that, it keeps these men and woman live who now lie in Oakland Cemetary.

As Administrator of the Georgia Writers Association, many books come across my desk for nomination in the Georgia Author of the Year Awards.When this book came in, I had to take it home to read it. I bring many books home, yet finish very few. I read this book cover to cover. It is a great read. Every historical site in Atlanta should sell this book. It is better than having a real live tour guide. It would be a great book for someone coming to Atlanta and wants to see the real story of Atlanta.

Gunther's work is not only well composed with a wonderful tone, he also has brought to life the richness of Savannah and its path through the last two centuries.

This book is the long standing authority on early Alabama history. (1819 statehood). Pickett lived during the early days and knew many of the people he wrote of and got much of his information first hand . He has been criticized for a few things but this remains the best of all Alabama ante-bellum histories and a must for any serious student of Alabama history. The original printings of the book are highly collectible.Pickett has been criticized for over romanticizing but it was an exciting and romantic time! Pickett writes with passion about the times as few historians do.
Pickett gives a "birds-eye" view of the state's early history as no other writer has ever done as he knew many of the early settlers, many of the first state politicians, veterans of the Creek and Seminole Indian wars,and gives intimate details of the state's formative years.
I collect and study Alabama history books and consider this #1 to study and to own.

An absolute must for anyone studying the history or genealogy of the families of Banks County, Georgia. Well researched by the late Dr. Mize, this book lists the early records of the county, such as deeds, marriages and wills. Also included are the military rosters (with names) of the Confederate companies from Banks County, World War 1 and World War II soldiers from Banks County. Excellent maps as well as photos never seen before this publication. Church histories as well as some cemetery listings. This was a group effort. There are some typos and minor errors but nothing of great substance or harm. A definitive book!

CHAPTER I.
Ceding of the Lands Which Now Comprise Clinch County.-Origin of Appling County. Origin of Irwin County.-Origin of Ware County. Origin of Lowndes County. First Settlers. Primitive Condition.-Indian Troubles.-Growth of the County.-"Olden Times." -- Land Grants.

CHAPTER II
Early Settlers. Indian War Soldiers.


CHAPTER III.
The Creation of Clinch County.-Act Creating Same.-The Organization.-Bonds of First Officers.-Magnolia.-----Settlers.-Echols County Created from Clinch County.

CHAPTER IV.
Homerville Opened Up.-Its History.


CHAPTER V.
The Civil War Period. Lists of Troops From Clinch County. The Surrender. Immigrants to Clinch County.

CHAPTER VI.
Condition of the County Following the Close of the War---Politics.-Condition of the County Treasury.-Burning of Court-House.-New Jail.-The History of DuPont. -The History of Stockton.--Temperance


CHAPTER VII.
Proposed New Railroads. Efforts to Remove County Site.--Newspapers in Clinch County. The Populist Party.--County Court Re-Established.-First Board of County Commissioners. --New Jail.--New Court-House.---Camp of Confederate Veterans Organized. Population of Clinch County.--Argyle.--Saw-Mill Enterprises.-The Waycross & Western Railroad. --The Okefinokee Swamp.


CHAPTER VIII.
Educational.
Condition of the County Following the Close of the War---Politics.-Condition of the County Treasury.-Burning of Court-House.-New Jail.-The History of DuPont. -The History of Stockton.--Temperance.

CHAPTER IX.
History of Churches of Clinch County.

CHAPTER X.
A Distinguished Family Connection.

CHAPTER XI.
Old Families of Clinch County.

CHAPTER XII.
County Officers of Clinch County. 1850-1916.

CHAPTER XIII.
A List of Ware and Lowndes County Officers Until the Creation of Clinch County.-A list of Appling County Officers, 1820-1826.-Jury Commissioners, 1869-1916. County Registrars, 1895-1916.-Notaries Public. Road Commissioners, 1869-1913.-Foremen of Grand Juries, 1867-1916.-Sundry Other Officers.

CHAPTER XIV.
Sketches of Lives of Clinch County Officers, 1850-1916.
Alphabetically Arranged.

CHAPTER XI.
THE LASTINGER FAMILY

VERY INFORMATIVE FOR THE TIME THAT IT WAS WRITTEN. IT TELLS A GREAT DEAL ABOUT THE PIONEERS OF COLQUITT COUNTY, MANY OF WHOM ARE MY ANCESTORS. WOULD LOVE TO HAVE MET THE AUTHOR.

If you have any family lines that are from Macon Co., GA or passed through, this book is a must have. There is so much information crammed into it that it is a genealogist's delight.

Ten years of research by the author is a fair guide to the amount of information contained in this book. The 31st Georgia, part of "Stonewall" Jackson's legendary foot cavalry saw action in almost every major battle in the eastern theatre. Mr White's research covers not just the battles, and the commanders of the 31st (most notably John Gordon) but also many personal details of the humble private. A fitting finale is a comprehensive roster of the regiment with as many details of each member as the author has been able to find - including in many places the date of death for those that survived. I really enjoyed all of this book - the author's research has led to a fine regimental history.

The History of Turner County is an excellent reference book if you are doing family genealogy work. It list how the county came into existance and many stories of life and actitives in rural south Georgia. The format is not only educational but extremely entertaining. This history book is not just crammed with exacting dates and events, it is an easy read and a must if you have family in the Turner County area.

She's good, one of those sardonic southern writers who couldn't write a bad sentence if you held her feet to the fire or offered a bribe. She's got that fine ear that condenses our common language and turns it into near poetry. Every word pure protein, no filler. She fuses voice to people to place, like Grace Paley only Hood's people live in rural Georgia, tend to hunt, and Church sends its long shadow. So, imagine cross between Grace Paley and Flannery O'Connor. THrow in the terse existentialism of the blues. Richer language than Raymond Carver, or Tobias Wolfe but part of that short story renaissance that started in the Eighties. She's one of the best.