Publisher's Synopsis
Historic Families of Kentucky is a book written by Thomas Marshall Green and published in 1889. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of prominent families in Kentucky. It covers the period from the early settlement of Kentucky to the end of the 19th century. The book includes detailed biographical sketches of the families, including their ancestry, achievements, and contributions to the development of Kentucky. The families featured in the book include the Breckinridges, Clays, Crittendens, Marshalls, and others. The book also provides a detailed history of Kentucky, including its early settlement, the Indian Wars, the Revolutionary War, and the Civil War. The author provides a vivid description of the social and political life of Kentucky, including the rise of slavery, the abolitionist movement, and the struggle for civil rights. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Kentucky and the families that played a significant role in shaping its development.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
