Perry County: A History (1916) - Hardcover

by Thomas James De La Hunt (Author)

Perry County: A History (1916) is a comprehensive book written by Thomas James De La Hunt that chronicles the history of Perry County, Missouri from its earliest days to the early 20th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a particular aspect of the county's history, including its geography, geology, Native American inhabitants, early settlers, and various industries such as farming, mining, and manufacturing. De La Hunt also provides detailed accounts of significant events that occurred in Perry County, such as the Civil War and the devastating tornado of 1896. The book also includes biographical sketches of prominent individuals who played a significant role in the development of the county. Overall, Perry County: A History serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Perry County, Missouri, providing a detailed and engaging account of the county's past that is sure to captivate readers.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.