Old Sherry: Portrait Of A Virginia Family is a book written by Frank Joseph Klingberg. The book is a detailed account of the history and legacy of the Sherry family, one of the oldest and most prominent families in Virginia. The book covers the period from the early 18th century to the early 20th century, tracing the family's rise to wealth and power, its involvement in Virginia politics, and its role in shaping the social and cultural landscape of the state.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the family's history. The first chapter provides an overview of the family's origins and early years in Virginia. Subsequent chapters delve into the family's involvement in the American Revolution, its role in the development of Virginia's economy, and its participation in the Civil War.Throughout the book, Klingberg provides detailed descriptions of the family's members, their personalities, and their achievements. He also explores the family's relationships with other prominent Virginia families, as well as its interactions with national figures such as George Washington and Thomas Jefferson.Old Sherry: Portrait Of A Virginia Family is a meticulously researched and engagingly written book that provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of one of Virginia's most important families. It will be of interest to anyone interested in Virginia history, American history, or genealogy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
