| Remembering Steubenville: From Frontier Fort to Steel Valley Contributor(s): Holmes, John R. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1540219739 ISBN-13: 9781540219732 Publisher: History Press Library Editions OUR PRICE: $28.79 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: June 2009 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | United States - State & Local - Midwest(ia,il,in,ks,mi,mn,mo,nd,ne,oh,sd,wi - History | United States - State & Local - General |
| Dewey: 977.169 |
| Physical Information: 0.38" H x 6" W x 9" (0.76 lbs) 130 pages |
| Themes: - Geographic Orientation - Ohio - Cultural Region - Midwest - Locality - Steubenville-Weirton, Oh-WV |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Beginning as a military fort on the banks of the Ohio River, Steubenville powered into the twentieth century with steam and steel. Fierce battles, raging fires and tragedy on the river could not deter this indefatigable community, and it emerged as an industrial and cultural beacon for the Ohio Valley. With warmth and humor, Dr. John R. Holmes chronicles the fascinating history and the colorful characters of Steubenville. Brimming with tales of lavish theatres, local brews, famous crooners, and personalities such as spunky Mother Beatty and legendary steamboat captain George O Neil, this collection of vignettes offers a glimpse into a vibrant city and its proud people." |
Contributor Bio(s): Holmes, Dr John R.: - Dr. Holmes is a professor of English at the Franciscan University of Steubenville. He is associated with Fort Steuben, Inc. and he published The Story of Fort Steuben (2000) with Fort Steuben Press. He has published about 140 scholarly articles on literature and history. Dr. Holmes portrayed Prussian General Baron von Steuben in radio appearances for the Steubenville bicentennial. |