Publisher's Synopsis
Pioneer Citizens' History of Atlanta, 1833-1902 is a historical account of the city of Atlanta, Georgia, from its founding in 1833 until the turn of the 20th century. The book was written and published in 1902 by The Pioneer Citizens' Society Atlanta, a group of prominent citizens who sought to preserve the city's history and honor its early pioneers.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different period in Atlanta's history. The first section provides a detailed account of the city's founding and early growth, including the construction of the railroad and the development of the city's first industries. Subsequent sections cover the Civil War and Reconstruction eras, as well as the city's rapid growth and expansion in the late 19th century.Throughout the book, the authors provide detailed biographical sketches of many of Atlanta's most prominent citizens, including politicians, businessmen, and community leaders. These profiles offer insights into the lives and achievements of the people who helped shape the city's history and culture.In addition to its historical content, Pioneer Citizens' History of Atlanta, 1833-1902 also includes numerous illustrations and photographs, many of which depict the city's early architecture, landmarks, and streetscapes. These images provide a visual record of the city's development and offer readers a glimpse into what life was like in Atlanta during the 19th century.Overall, Pioneer Citizens' History of Atlanta, 1833-1902 is an important historical document that offers a comprehensive overview of the city's early years. Its detailed accounts and biographical sketches provide valuable insights into the people and events that shaped Atlanta's past, and its illustrations and photographs offer a visual record of the city's growth and 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.
