Historic Families Of Kentucky (1889)

Historic Families of Kentucky is a book written by Thomas Marshall Green and published in 1889. The book is a detailed account of the prominent families that played a significant role in the history of Kentucky. It provides a comprehensive history of the state, including its early settlement, political landscape, and social customs.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a particular family. The families covered in the book include the Breckenridges, Clays, Crittendens, Daviesses, and Shelbys, among others. Each chapter provides a detailed history of the family, including their origins, accomplishments, and contributions to the development of Kentucky.In addition to the family histories, the book also includes detailed accounts of significant events in Kentucky's history, such as the War of 1812, the Civil War, and the founding of the state's major cities. The author also discusses the state's economy, education, and religion, providing a comprehensive overview of Kentucky's development over the years.Overall, Historic Families of Kentucky is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the state. It provides a detailed account of the families that shaped Kentucky's history and offers insight into the state's unique cultural and social landscape.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.