History of Tazewell County
and Southwest Virginia
1748-1920

William C. Pendleton
This volume has long been recognized as the definitive history of the area from 1748 to 1920. Divided into six distinct periods, it begins with the Aboriginal Period and ends with the Postbellum or Development Period, which details the immense development in the Tazewell County area and other parts of Southwest Virginia.
Numerous illustrations enhance the value of this history. The pictures of early settlers, outstanding citizens of later periods, houses built when the county was young, and scenic views of Tazewell’s beautiful landscape add interest and color to the outstanding work. An index added to this edition contains approximately 3000 names.
The author wrote with a scholar’s understanding of the importance of accuracy, and at the same time he added the human touch which guarantees interesting reading. Historians, genealogists, and casual readers will appreciate this volume.
First Published 1920 / This Edition 1989 / 720 pages / 6" ¥ 9"
ISBN: 0-932807-39-9 / Hardcover / $32.50