Ted Kamieniak collected these fifteen superb articles to amaze and fascinate all who feel �history� is simply a well-worn path. Each selection delivers fresh perspective and
intriguing events connected to Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania County, Virginia.
Fastidiously investigated and painstakingly written, this
eclectic compilation presents little-visited neighborhoods
of historical inquiry. Meet Fredericksburg�s first cop on the
beat; discover the persistence of hoodoo and conjuration
in black plantation society; delve into the account of State
Senator Benjamin Pitts and Fredericksburg�s first drive-in
movie theater�and so much more! Whether your interests lie in social history, vernacular architecture, historic technology or folkways, you will find this book an entertaining and profitable read.
Ted Kamieniak collected these fifteen superb articles to amaze and fascinate all who feel �history� is simply a well-worn path. Each selection delivers fresh perspective and
intriguing events connected to Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania County, Virginia.
Fastidiously investigated and painstakingly written, this
eclectic compilation presents little-visited neighborhoods
of historical inquiry. Meet Fredericksburg�s first cop on the
beat; discover the persistence of hoodoo and conjuration
in black plantation society; delve into the account of State
Senator Benjamin Pitts and Fredericksburg�s first drive-in
movie theater�and so much more! Whether your interests lie in social history, vernacular architecture, historic technology or folkways, you will find this book an entertaining and profitable read.