Overview

Originally published in 1876, this historical and industrial handbook provides a detailed portrait of Putnam County, Georgia and its many resources. Compiled by D.T. Singleton, with assistance from Joel Chandler Harris, the book covers everything from the natural landscape and economic opportunities of the region to its Civil War history and prominent citizens. This fascinating snapshot of a bygone era is a must-read for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in the history of the American South. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.