A vintage history first published in 1931
What a treasure this book is to readers interested in the history of Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains!
I purchased this book on one of my family vacations to Gatlinburg. I knew the city’s popularity has exponentially grown in last fifty to sixty years and wondered about its humble beginnings.
This book demonstrates that growth while giving readers many details about how the first settlers lived. If you have roots or family ties to the area, you may discover more about your ancestors.
As a historical author of Civil War romances, I loved the information about the Battle of Gatlinburg. I learned the town was occupied during the war. The author provides officer’s names and specific regiments in the area—wonderful details for researchers.
Folks interested in the history of Gatlinburg as well as those who love learning America’s history will enjoy this book. A treasure!
-Sandra Merville Hart
Sandra Merville Hart 
I just finished reading this little book after spending this week in the Gatlinburg area. What a treat to learn the history as seen by Jeanette S. Grieve in 1931!
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I agree, Deanna! The book is nearly 90 years old. I love that the author was able to interview family members and friends of early settlers. What a great book!
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