Georgia Books

I stumbled upon this title while reading an issue of The Oxford American and decided to give it a read. What a revelation! I am not familiar with any of Judith Ortiez Cofer's other works, but if this is any indication, I will be reading them all. A collection of essays, poems and folktales, this book blends the author's emergence as a writer with memories of growing up as a Puerto Rican in Patterson, New Jersey. The influences of the island her parents left behind, the Catholic Church as well as the emerging women's movement, combine with a Growing knowledge that the author wants to write. This is not only an autobiography, it is a compelling argument of why she has answered the call to write, and the struggles with self, that she, as a writer has faced. It examines the drive to create, the forces that pull one away from writing, and the quest to have a place of one's own. In clear, lyrical language, she encourages women to seek a life of truth, no matter the route or medium. She reveals some of the writers (a diverse group) that ignited her imagination and passion for writing. "Take what you can use and let the rest rot" is an expression used, and this book is invaluable to women, actually , to anyone who loves to read and who longs to use words to reach others. The best "writing" book I have read in years, and a treasure to keep.

I have only recently become acquainted with Ortiz-Cofer's splendid honesty and stretching creativity, yet I am overwhelmed with the power that she exudes in "Woman in Front of the Sun". Having read "The Latin Deli", I was ecstatic when I found another collection that calls her memory and lessons learned to dance for the curiosity of her readers. Aside from the traditional definition of the term, Ortiz-Cofer is powerful through the pure simplicity of her accounts of life. In "Woman in Front of the Sun", she places value on what is valuable, she learns through the grades of life, and she exposes her tender realities to those she hopes will appreciate her. She inspires readers to find the innocence in being "Macho", the same value others might call confidence. By opening the pages of this book, you'll find a comfort similar to that of your own thoughts.

This examination of Western languages provides an illustrated history which examines the evolving nature of language and world influences on vocabulary and idiom. Enjoy a revised, redesigned new edition which features newly drawn maps, photos, and insights on the latest linguistic issues.

Mr. Stevenson has put together a stimulating buffet of Western Language details. If you are a language, etymology or tree buff, this is exciting reading. It also makes a great intro to Western history through its languages. I kept flipping back and forth visualizing history's time line, and the fate it deals to its speakers. This makes as good a textbook as it does periodic reading or reference. But for me who loves language and its history.....aah!

this mini book was an informative and recent read. good to get if you are planning a vacation or relocating to atlanta area.

The 1850 Census Of Georgia Slave Owners compiled by Jack F. Cox is a straightforward genealogical reference listing an 1850 census compiled for each of the 93 counties of Georgia at the time. Alphabetized by the last name of each given slaveowner or overseer, The 1850 Census Of Georgia Slave Owners states nothing more than the owner's name, their county, and the number of slaves owned in each entry. A one-page introduction is the only other material in this no-frills primary source.

This book is EASILY the best hiking book for Georgia I've ever seen. In the past I've always mapped directions online before a hike so as not to get lost. I've finally found an author I trust to get things right. The directions in this book are always correct and easy to follow. Every hike is detailed to perfection, informative, and fun to read. On my first overnight backpacking trip years ago, I tore out the one page hike description from another hiking book and carried it with me. My friend and I had to guess where we were the entire trip as the hike description was so vague. There is nothing vague about this book!! The author takes you almost step by step through each hike and there is never a question as to where you are. This is PRICELESS for someone going on a solo hike - especially a woman hiking alone. I always get nervous and really appreciate knowing I'm not lost! Such a great book...

Estelle Ford-Williamson's excellent book portrays life in the early and middle 1800s in Georgia and South Carolina. The book reminds us that, contrary to popular media and even many history books, not all Southerners supported slavery and conflicts between Tories and Whigs survived the Revolution.

Abbeville Farewell describes the difficulties of frontier life for the Morgan family. With vivid images of untouched Georgia forests and the squalor of early Atlanta, Ford-Williamson places us in the center of the Morgan family's struggle to survive and retain their principles and integrity in the face of open hostility from some of their neighbors. Conflicts with slave owners and former Tories form the backdrop for this lovely novel, some of which is based on actual events and people.

I really liked the great old and new poems in this book. They inspired me to write some of my own.

A great map. I'm used to getting paper maps that fall apart at the end of the week. This map had an extra coating on it making it very durable. I would by this map again, if I needed to.

Compiled and written by Albert E. Sanders, Additions To The Pleistocene Mammal Faunas Of South Carolina, North Carolina, And Georgia is a scholarly and specialized paleontology study that systematically analyzes several dozen mammal specimens. Black-and-white photographs of fossilized evidence combine with a meticulously detailed text to make Additions To The Pleistocene Mammal Faunas Of South Carolina, North Carolina, And Georgia a welcome addition to Paleontology Studies reference shelves and reading list.

Adiel Sherwood (1791-1879) helped establish some of the first antebellum efforts in education, temperance, and mission outreach in Georgia, especially among Georgia Baptists. Notably, he was head of a school in Eatonton; professor at Columbian College in Washington, DC; chair of sacred literature at Mercer University; president of Shurtleff College in Illinois; president of Masonic College in Missouri; then back to Georgia in 1857 as president of Marshall College at Griffin; whence, following the Civil War, he "retired" to Missouri.

But especially in Georgia he is remembered as a venerable Baptist pastor and teacher and an accomplished organizer of Baptist causes. Sherwood submitted the resolution that led to the formation of the Georgia Baptist Convention. By promoting benevolent and educational causes such as Sunday schools and temperance societies, he helped fashion the Georgia Baptist Convention into an active missionary body that eventually overshadowed the antimissionary Baptist in the state. Sherwood was probably the most important spiritual influence in the founding of Mercer University, helping set the tone for creating a Baptist university committed to both inquiring faith and rigorous academics.