An important addition to scholarship of the geography and history of colonial and early America, The Planting of New Virginia, rethinks American history and the evolution of the American landscape in the colonial era.

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Landscape and environmental study of forest, open land areas, soil and land clearance during the colonial settlement period in the Valley of Virginia, in particular of Berkeley, Frederick, Shenandoah, Rockingham, Augusta and Rockbridge counties. Includes analysis of surveys/records and the land grant process employed during that time, with an emphasis on Frederick County. References to impact on both flora (specific trees) and fauna (grazing animals and game). Numerous references to recorded accounts of the time.

The Great Valley Road of Virginia chronicles the story of one of America's oldest, most historic, and most geographically significant roads. Emphasized throughout the chapters is a concern for landscape character and the connection of the land to the people who traveled the road and to permanent residents, who depended upon it for their livelihoods. Also included are chapters about the towns supported by the road as well as the relationship of physical geography (the lay of the land) to the engineering of the road. More than one hundred maps, photographs, engravings, and line drawings enhance the book's value to scholars and general readers alike. Published in association with the Center for American Places

The book includes six chapters that cover Virginia history from initial settlement through the 20th century plus one that deals with the important role of underwater archaeology. Written by prominent archaeologists with research experience in their respective topic areas, the chapters consider important issues of Virginia history and consider how the discipline of historic archaeology has addressed them and needs to address them . Changes in research strategy over time are discussed , and recommendations are made concerning the need to recognize the diverse and often differing roles and impacts that characterized the different regions of Virginia over the course of its historic past. Significant issues in Virginia history needing greater study are identified.

The Indian World of George Washington offers a fresh portrait of the most revered American and the Native Americans whose story has been only partially told.