The Alabama Guide: Our People, Resources, and Government 2009
A user-friendly approach to the blue book directories published by many states ? Alabama?s new entry in the field originated with Governor Bob Riley (who contributes a foreword) and was compiled by the staff of the Alabama Department of Archives and History. ? The 678-page, full-color book is divided into three major sections: Part One: Portrait of Alabama, which includes ?The Land,? ?Historical Alabama,? and ?Alabama Today? will be welcomed by students and others interested in a readable, concise overview of state history and contemporary culture. Richly illustrated with historical and modern photographs, maps, and charts, the narrative takes the reader from prehistory to today?s diverse Alabama. ? Part Two: Alabama Government Data includes descriptions with contact information for all state agencies, and profiles of all current state elected officers, legislators, and judges, as well as appointed cabinet members and heads of the major state departments. The state?s U.S. senators
Absolutely stunning and flawless. Promoted to one of my all-time favorite books. I've no clue how the author wrote this, but it is absolutely incredible.