Cornerstones of Georgia History: Documents That Formed the State

by Thomas A. Scott (Editor)

This collection of fifty-nine primary documents presents multiple viewpoints on more than four centuries of growth, conflict, and change in Georgia. The selections range from a captive's account of a 1597 Indian revolt against Spanish missionaries on the Georgia coast to an impassioned debate in 1992 between county commissioners and environmental activists over a proposed hazardous waste facility in Taylor County. Drawn from such sources as government records, newspapers, oral histories, personal diaries, and letters, the documents give a voice to the concerns and experiences of men and women representing the diverse races, ethnic groups, and classes that, over time, have contributed to the state's history.

Cornerstones of Georgia History is especially suited for classroom use, but it provides any concerned citizen of the state with a historical basis on which to form relevant and independent opinions about Georgia's present-day challenges.

Genres: History

265 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 1995

Reviews

[Destiny Carnes · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a wonderful book with documents about Georgia history. I learned so much about the state. The book flowed really well. I enjoyed reading people's own experiences during the different periods of Georgia. It really gave insight to events. I didn't want the book to end. I'm sure they could keep adding to it. This is also a great reference book.

[Anna · Rating 3 out of 5]

Yet another book for class. I like document collections when I'm studying--because I like to glean from original thoughts rather than reading what an expert says about an event or person or era. Good collection, this one!

[Kayla · Rating 4 out of 5]

Easy read lots of history lots of 1st person