Allcott, John V. 1905-1989 creator text utu 2016 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Colonial Homes in North Carolina" by John V. Allcott is a historical account published during the mid-20th century. The work explores the architecture and significance of colonial homes in North Carolina, emphasizing the period from the early 18th century. The book aims to stimulate interest in North Carolina's architectural heritage by detailing various styles and structures that have withstood the test of time. The opening of the publication introduces the guide's intentions, aiming to engage younger readers in understanding colonial architecture's rich history through existing examples. Allcott begins with an aerial perspective, discussing early maps of North Carolina that reflect settlements and architectural diversity. He emphasizes that homes are the most enduring remnants of the colonial era, inviting readers to appreciate the myriad of designs and materials used by the colonists as they adapted to local conditions and cultural influences. The first chapter sets the stage for a deeper exploration of specific homes and architectural styles prevalent during North Carolina’s colonial period. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2016-06-05 Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, Dave Morgan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Architecture, Colonial Architecture, Domestic -- North Carolina Historic buildings -- North Carolina NA Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52239 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52239 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134214.0 52239