Book Review

Amazing North Carolina: Fascinating Facts, Entertaining Tales, Bizarre Happenings, and Historical Oddities About the Tarheel

by T. Jensen Lacey

From the Wright brothers' first flight to ghost sightings and local lore, the fascinating and peculiar histories of North Carolina are the focus of this comprehensive travel companion and almanac. Both fun and educational, little known facts and legends fill the pages for the enjoyment of resident North Carolinians along with visitors and history fans alike. From breathtaking mountains to crystalline shores, this surprising guide captures the mystery, beauty, and charm of this magnificent state.

Theresa Jensen Lacey is the author of six books, including Amazing Tennessee, and has contributed more than 700 articles to newspapers and magazines. She lives in Fairhope, Alabama.