| A History of the West Virginia Capitol: The House of State Contributor(s): Wallace, Jim (Author) |
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ISBN: 154023200X ISBN-13: 9781540232007 Publisher: History Press Library Editions OUR PRICE: $28.79 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: August 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | United States - State & Local - South (al,ar,fl,ga,ky,la,ms,nc,sc,tn,va,wv) - Architecture | Buildings - Public, Commercial & Industrial - History | United States - State & Local - General |
| Dewey: 975.437 |
| Physical Information: 0.44" H x 6" W x 9" (0.85 lbs) 162 pages |
| Themes: - Geographic Orientation - West Virginia - Cultural Region - Southeast U.S. - Locality - Charleston, West Virginia |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Even though the West Virginia Capitol deviated from the design of legendary architect Cass Gilbert, the iconic building is still considered a masterpiece. The full story of the Capitol is filled with twists and turns, from the fortunate fire that burned its predecessor to the tug of war between Wheeling and Charleston for the designation of state capital. Revisit the to-gild-or-not-to-gild debate that raged around the construction of the Capitol's signature crown, which once was in danger of collapsing on itself or toppling in heavy winds. Join Charleston author Jim Wallace for this captivating account of West Virginia's architectural jewel. |