Learn the histories and behind-closed-door chronicles of 69 monuments in Savannah, Georgia. These shrines commemorate the Southern city’s people and events, celebrating sculptors and heroes, Savannah’s contributions to America’s wars, and its economic and innovative legacy. Discover various ethnic groups who have contributed to the city’s history through monuments such as the Jewish Burial Ground Marker, where people still lay pebbles to honor those who have passed before them. Stories are shared in an accessible, conversational, and engaging manner, with attention to historical detail, and are accompanied by more than 180 images. Use the included tour maps to enhance these accounts as you wander the beautiful squares, parks, and boulevards of Savannah and appreciate the “coastal empire” in a way you never have before.
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  • The history of and tales behind historic monumnets in Savannah, Georgia
  • 180+ images of the monuments make it easy to learn as you go
  • Follow the included maps for the ultimate guided tour of the historic district and beyond
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9780764349034
Publisert
2015-07-28
Utgiver
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Vekt
726 gr
Høyde
207 mm
Bredde
232 mm
Aldersnivå
G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
136

Forfatter

Biografisk notat

Michael Freeman has been studying and lecturing about Savannah’s monuments for over five years. He holds a BA in history and an M.Div. in religion.