A Richmond Reader

Through documentary and literary selections, this anthology tells the story of Richmonds 250 years. The selections reveal the richness of Richmonds historical and cultural traditions, including eyewitness accounts of many of Richmonds major historical events as well as profiles of individuals who have been active in the citys life. Other selections describe dat-to-day lives of Richmonders since 1750. Each piece is introduced by the editors to place it in its historical context.

Originally published in 1983.

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