| Author |
Head, James William, 1883- |
| Title |
History and Comprehensive Description of Loudoun County, Virginia
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 56.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Mark C. Orton, Sankar Viswanathan, and the
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| Summary |
"History and Comprehensive Description of Loudoun County, Virginia" by James W. Head is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book offers an extensive examination of Loudoun County's geographical features, climate, mineral resources, agriculture, and its historical developments. It aims to provide a detailed narrative about the life and landscape of Loudoun County, combining statistical data with personal insights. The opening of this work establishes the author's deep connection to Loudoun County, as he reflects on the challenges faced in compiling historical information due to a scarcity of available materials. Head outlines his ambition to document the county's unique character and valuable historical incidents, including its contribution to various wars and its rich natural resources. The thorough introduction sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of Loudoun County's topography, flora, fauna, and notable localities, with the promise of a detailed statistical and historical overview to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
F206: United States local history: The South. South Atlantic States
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| Subject |
Loudoun County (Va.) -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
17485 |
| Release Date |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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