Title: A great little book
Review: At only 90 pages, Beyond The Rim: From Slavery to Redemption in Rappahannock County, Virginia, is packed full of history and local culture. I grew up and, later as an adult, lived in Rappahannock County. It is very interesting to read about Sperryville, VA, in the 1800's.This is one of those timeless classics written by 82 year old James D. Russell. Mr. Russell's great story would have faded away to nothing had this book not been written. You may have said "I wish we had written down all Grand Pa's family stories before he died." Mr. Russell has done just that and provided an opportunity to look back in time.I thoroughly enjoyed reading about the Engham Home and Estes Mill. Having driven by the Engham home hundred's of times, it's thrilling to learn the history of it. According to my Grand Father, Estes Mill (page 72) was owned by my uncle. If you are looking for a snap shot of slavery just outside the Washington, D.C. area, this is it.
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