Our Virginia

'Our Virginia: A Description of Virginia for Young People' is an engaging educational survey designed to introduce students and young readers to the rich history, diverse geography, and cultural heritage of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Written by E. Ehrlich Smith, this work serves as an accessible guide to the Old Dominion, detailing the state’s natural resources, industrial progress, and pivotal role in the shaping of American history.The narrative explores Virginia’s landscape from the Atlantic coast to the Appalachian mountains, highlighting the unique characteristics of its various regions. E. Ehrlich Smith provides a comprehensive look at the state’s development, emphasizing its agricultural roots and the emergence of its cities. By blending historical accounts with geographical descriptions, the book paints a vivid picture of Virginia during the early twentieth century, making it an invaluable resource for understanding the regional identity of the South.Ideal for those interested in local history and historical educational literature, this volume captures the spirit of Virginia through clear, informative prose. It remains a significant work for its ability to foster a sense of knowledge and appreciation for the state’s legacy in the next generation of citizens.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.