Martin's comprehensive study of Atlanta's history is a fascinating and detailed account of the city's rise from a tiny railroad outpost to a thriving metropolis. From the Civil War to the Civil Rights Movement, he chronicles the key events and figures that shaped the city's growth and development. Along the way, he also paints vivid portraits of the architects, entrepreneurs, and civic leaders who transformed Atlanta into one of the most important cities of the American South. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of urban development or the cultural history of the American South. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
- | Author: Thomas H. Martin
- | Publisher: Legare Street Press
- | Publication Date: Jul 18, 2023
- | Number of Pages: 750 pages
- | Language: English
- | Binding: Paperback
- | ISBN-10: 1022219758
- | ISBN-13: 9781022219755