Manors of Virginia in Colonial Time (1909)

Manors of Virginia in Colonial Time is a historical book written by Edith Dabney Tunis Sale in 1909. The book provides a comprehensive account of the manors and estates in Virginia during the colonial period. It covers the history of the land grants, the establishment of the manors, and the lives of the people who owned and lived on them. The book also discusses the social and economic structures of the time, including the role of slavery in the development of the manors. The author draws on a variety of primary sources, including land records, court documents, and personal letters, to provide a detailed and engaging account of this fascinating period in Virginia's history. Overall, Manors of Virginia in Colonial Time is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of Virginia and the development of the American South.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.