Hometown Cherokee

U.S. Senator and former Georgia Governor Zell Miller will autograph books at a book signing for his new book, The Miracle of Brasstown Valley, in Dahlonega on Saturday, October 13th from 11am - 1pm at the Gazebo adjoining the Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber of Commerce offices on the Historic Town Square.

The newly released book follows the history of Northeast Georgia and stories about the mountains, the people, their ways and the birth of a college in Brasstown Valley. Dahlonega history is predominant in the early part of the book. The stories begin through the eyes of an itinerant Methodist preacher, The Reverend Artemus Lester, who trained in Dahlonega with Presiding Elder A.C. Thomas in 1884 in preparation for his ministry. He rode into Brasstown Valley on a mule, started Young Harris College, then left before a single class was held - never to return. It also depicts Judge Young L.G. Harris, the major College benefactor, and early President, Dr. Joseph Sharp, who left his indelible impression on the College.

The storyline of the book is about the miracle in Brasstown Valley, Young Harris College, that managed not only to survive through storm and strife but to touch thousands of lives in a positive and profound way. It also includes the mystical valley, Choestoe, "where the rabbits dance", the nation's first "gold rush" in Dahlonega, and the fascinating and educated Cherokees who lived and suffered in Northeast Georgia.

The Miracle of Brasstown Valley is the seventh book written by Senator Miller, and reveals the extent of his knowledge of Georgia history, particularly Northeast Georgia history. It shows his ability as a fascinating storyteller who holds the readers interest throughout the book. Many thanks to the Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber of Commerce for the use of the gazebo for the book signing.

For additional information on Senator Miller's book signing, please contact Bill or Helen Hardman at 706-864-5619.