Madison's Heritage Rediscovered

Download or read book Madison's Heritage Rediscovered written by Dr. Fred A. Engle Jr. and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2012-07-24 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For over forty years, Dr. Fred A. Engle Jr. and Dr. Robert N. Grise have devoted themselves to researching and preserving Madison Countys history and cultural legacy through their weekly newspaper column, Madisons Heritage, in the Richmond Register. Now, Kathryn Engle has sifted through the breadth of their impressive body of work, compiling a fascinating collection of historical tales from this remarkable Kentucky county. Beginning with stories of the hardscrabble pioneers who first settled the area and continuing with tales of Madison Countys local legends, important places and pivotal events, these diverse stories embody the essence of this historically rich area. Few know the heritage of this region as well as Engle and Grise. Journey back with them through the annals of Madison Countys history.