The Early History Of Raleigh

""The Early History of Raleigh: A Centennial Address"" is a historical book written by Kemp Plummer Battle, a renowned American lawyer, historian, and educator. The book was published in 1893 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the founding of Raleigh, the capital city of North Carolina.In this book, Battle provides a comprehensive account of the early history of Raleigh, from its settlement in the late 18th century to its establishment as the state capital in 1792. He delves into the political, economic, and social factors that contributed to the growth and development of the city, including the role of prominent figures such as William Christmas, the architect who designed the city plan, and Joel Lane, the wealthy landowner who donated the land for the state capitol building.The book also explores the cultural and intellectual life of Raleigh during its early years, highlighting the city's literary and artistic achievements, as well as its contributions to education and science. Battle provides vivid descriptions of the city's landmarks, including the state capitol building, the Governor's Palace, and the historic Fayetteville Street.Overall, ""The Early History of Raleigh: A Centennial Address"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of North Carolina and the development of its capital city. Battle's meticulous research and engaging writing style make this book a compelling read for scholars, historians, and general readers alike.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.