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Discusses the geography, history, people, government, economy, and recreation of West Virginia. ... Read more

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Preface Page by Author: Some writer has said that the preface is the best part of a book. Now I should dislike very much to think that it formed the best part of this volume that I have given to the public with so many misgivings. My excuses in writing this little story are simple these: To while away the lonely wintry hours in the mountain, and to entertain in a measure the fireside group. I had no idea at the time it would go to the press, but at the urgent request of a friend was prevailed upon to send it, and found to my satisfaction that it was kindly received.If my readers will find any pleasure in its perusal, I shall be much pleased, and will be amply rewarded for the labor it cost me. ... Read more

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Discusses the geographical, historical, and cultural aspects of Virginia, West Virginia, and Washington, D.C. ... Read more

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Presents information about the state of West Virginia, its nickname, motto, and emblems. ... Read more

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west virginia book
i first started using this book in my 8th grade class with my social studies teacher. now she has asked us to do projects on one of the 50 states and i picked this book do to my "travel brochre" on, which is my social studies project. this book is good, i find that it helped me alot and it has alot of facts that came in handy for my project.

A colorful introduction to the Mountain State
"West Virginia: Facts and Symbols," by Kathy Feeney, is a concise and informative reference work. Its 24 pages contain an easy-to-read text and many excellent full-color photographs; it is a suitable book for younger readers.

The book includes a map of the state, representations of the state seal and flag, a short list of places worth visiting (such as Harpers Ferry National Historical Park), a list of vocabulary words, a short bibliography for further reading, and an index. Subjects addressed include population, natural resources, the state motto ("Montani Semper Liberi," Latin for "Mountaineers are always free"), the capitol building, the state bird, etc. There are some particularly nice wildlife photos.

The one thing this book lacks is a list of famous West Virginians. There are no photos of any of them. In fact, except for the characters on the state flag and seal, not a single human being is pictured in the entire book! This lack of the human element detracts from an otherwise fine book (and, by the way, I have noticed this lack in the other books in the series). Still, the book's other fine qualities make it worth recommending. ... Read more

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Describes the geography, plants and animals, history, economy, language, culture and people of the state of West Virginia ... Read more

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Presents examples of women who helped to shape the Western frontier in such diverse roles as schoolteacher, missionary, justice of the peace, and homesteader. ... Read more

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This book tells you what women did to help shape the west
I pleased to know that people care to write about women in such great ways. Everyone should know that it was not only men who shaped teh west they needed us ladies. ... Read more

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Discusses the geographical, historical, and cultural aspects of Arizona, Nevada, and Utah. Includes maps, illustrated fact spreads, and other illustrated materials. ... Read more