This book contains a detailed history of Pittsylvania County, Virginia, which traces its early settlement, growth, and development, as well as many of the individuals responsible for the County's progress. The author did not restrict her documentation to only current county boundaries, but also addressed the people of Southern Piedmont Virginia, that is, of Halifax, Pittsylvania, Henry, Patrick, Franklin, Bedford and Campbell Counties. The book is a wonderful genealogical repository of over 5,000 individuals partly responsible for the growth and development of Pittsylvania County. Also prominent are numerous lists---many including inclusive dates---gleaned from records and other source material. These include Lists of Tithables Taken in 1767, which provides the names of 800-1,000 landowners; Early Sheriffs; Early Justices of the Peace; Members of the House of Delegates, 1776-1928; Members of the Senate of Virginia, 1776-1928; Early Ministers' Bonds; Clerks of the Court; and Judges. There are also numerous illustrations, including maps, engravings, and documents. Softcover, (1929), repr. 2004, 2011, Illus., Index, 390 pp.