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Myth of the Lost Cause by Edward H. Bonekemper III: Paperback; 352 pages, English

[Skyhorse Publishing] History isn't always written by the winners… Twenty-first-century controversies over Confederate monuments attest to the enduring significance of our nineteenth-century Civil War. As Lincoln knew, the meaning of America itself depends on how we understand that fratricidal struggle. … Continue reading

Naming Arkansas Curious Place Names from Greasy Corner to Sock City

The History Behind the Names The place names of Arkansas reflect four centuries of settlement and human response to the state's unique geography. Each new group of settlers brought their own rich memories, heritage and hopes for a better life, … Continue reading

Negro Slavery in Arkansas

Long out of print and found only in rare-book stores, it is now available to a contemporary audience with this new paperback edition. When slavery was abolished by the Emancipation Proclamation, there were slaves in every county of the state, … Continue reading

New Court House at Night

Matted photo of the "New Courthouse" Pocahontas, Arkansas at night.

New Court House Photo

Matted photo of the "New Courthouse" in Pocahontas, Arkansas in the daytime.

Notorious Arkansas Swindler Dr. John Kizer Medicine and Murder

A True Story of Murderous Greed. The John R. Kizer story is a riveting tale of deception, murder and anxiety in rural Arkansas. Kizer was a doctor who used his knowledge to drive his lustful greed and his standing in … Continue reading

Old Court House Photo

Matted professional photo of the "Old Courthouse" in Pocahontas.

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Our 50 States by Lynne Cheney: Paperback; 74 pages, English

[Paula Wiseman Books] Lynne Cheney and Robin Preiss Glasser, creators of the bestselling America: A Patriotic Primer and A is for Abigail: An Almanac of Amazing American Women, take you on an unforgettable tour of America—from the Everglades of Florida … Continue reading