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A History of the West Virginia Capitol

by Jim Wallace
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Even though the West Virginia Capitol deviated from the design of legendary architect Cass Gilbert, the iconic building is still considered a masterpiece. The full story of the Capitol is filled with twists and turns, from the fortunate fire that burned its predecessor to the tug of war between Wheeling and Charleston for the designation of state capital. Revisit the to-gild-or-not-to-gild debate that raged around the construction of the Capitol's signature crown, which once was in danger of collapsing on itself or toppling in heavy winds. Join Charleston author Jim Wallace for this captivating account of West Virginia's architectural jewel.

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Series: Landmarks Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Inc.

Kindle Book

  • Release date: December 14, 2012

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  • ISBN: 9781614238171
  • File size: 4626 KB
  • Release date: December 14, 2012

EPUB ebook

  • ISBN: 9781614238171
  • File size: 4626 KB
  • Release date: December 14, 2012

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Kindle Book
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subjects

History Nonfiction

Languages

English

Even though the West Virginia Capitol deviated from the design of legendary architect Cass Gilbert, the iconic building is still considered a masterpiece. The full story of the Capitol is filled with twists and turns, from the fortunate fire that burned its predecessor to the tug of war between Wheeling and Charleston for the designation of state capital. Revisit the to-gild-or-not-to-gild debate that raged around the construction of the Capitol's signature crown, which once was in danger of collapsing on itself or toppling in heavy winds. Join Charleston author Jim Wallace for this captivating account of West Virginia's architectural jewel.

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History Nonfiction