The Encyclopedia of Louisville
Author | : John E. Kleber |
Publisher | : University Press of Kentucky |
Total Pages | : 1033 |
Release | : 2001-01-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780813121000 |
ISBN-13 | : 0813121000 |
Rating | : 4/5 (000 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Encyclopedia of Louisville by : John E. Kleber
Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Louisville written by John E. Kleber and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 2001-01-01 with total page 1033 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This ultimate reference to Kentucky's first chartered city is "an absolute must for anyone interested in Kentucky, regional, or urban history" (James C. Klotter). Readers learn about the inspiration for the city's name (King Louie XVI of France), its former famous residents (John James Audubon and Muhammad Ali), facts about the Kentucky Derby, and much more. 306 photos. 79 maps.