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Lost Mansions of Mississippi Volume II: Exploring the State's Architectural Heritage

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Lost Mansions of Mississippi, Volume II

by Mary Carol Miller

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Language	:	English
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In the heart of the Deep South, amidst rolling hills and fertile fields, Mississippi boasts a rich architectural heritage that tells the story of its past. From the grandeur of antebellum mansions to the elegance of Victorian homes, Mississippi's architectural landscape is a testament to the state's vibrant history.

Lost Mansions of Mississippi Volume II takes readers on a captivating journey through the state's architectural past, exploring the lost mansions that once graced the Mississippi landscape. These mansions, once symbols of wealth and power, have now faded into history, leaving behind only remnants of their former glory.

Through stunning photography and detailed historical accounts, Lost Mansions of Mississippi Volume II brings these lost mansions back to life. Readers will learn about the families who built these grand homes, the lifestyles they lived, and the tragic events that led to their destruction.

Among the lost mansions featured in the book are:

Belmont Plantation, once the home of Confederate General Earl Van Dorn, was destroyed by Union troops during the Civil War.
Rosedale, a magnificent antebellum mansion, was burned to the ground by Union troops in 1863.
Waverly, a Greek Revival mansion, was destroyed by a fire in 1901.
The Elms, a Victorian mansion, was demolished in the 1960s to make way for a parking lot.

Lost Mansions of Mississippi Volume II is a fascinating journey through the state's architectural past, exploring the grandeur and opulence of lost mansions that once graced the Mississippi landscape. Through stunning photography and detailed historical accounts, the book brings these lost mansions back to life, offering readers a glimpse into the lives of the families who built them and the tragic events that led to their destruction.