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by William Lowndes Lipscomb (Author), Georgia P. Young (Editor)
""A History of Columbus, Mississippi: During the Nineteenth Century"" is a book written by William Lowndes Lipscomb and published in 1909. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of Columbus, Mississippi during the 19th century, covering the period from the town's founding in 1821 to the end of the century. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the town's early settlers, its growth and development, the impact of the Civil War, and the social, economic, and cultural changes that occurred during the 19th century. It also includes biographical sketches of many prominent citizens of Columbus during this time period, as well as descriptions of the town's architecture, businesses, and institutions.Lipscomb's writing is detailed and engaging, and he draws on a wealth of primary sources to provide a vivid picture of life in Columbus during the 19th century. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of Mississippi or the South during this period, as well as for those interested in local history and genealogy.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.
