The History of The Greenbrier by Robert S. Conte
Reviewed by Sandra Merville Hart
The History of The Greenbrier: America’s Resort
Excellent book!
I purchased this book to discover the history for The Greenbrier, the beautiful resort in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. I was researching the background for my book, A Spring at The Greenbrier, Book 7 in Romance at the Gilded Age Resorts Series. Not only does my heroine work there in the new Bath Wing but also her younger sister needs to bathe in the spring waters to possibly help her.
This book is well-written and easy to read. It traces the history of the health resort from its humble beginning.
Lots of tidbits, historical facts, and stories about early guests make this a delightful read. Because the resort soon catered to wealthy guests who stayed for weeks at a time, there were many famous visitors, including United States Presidents.
Recommended for readers of American history and those interested in learning the sulphur springs.
