The History Of The City Of Memphis is a book written by James D. Davis in 1873. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of the city of Memphis, Tennessee, from its earliest days to the present. It covers the city's founding, growth, and development, as well as its role in the Civil War and Reconstruction eras.The book begins with a brief overview of the history of the region, including the Native American tribes that lived there before European settlement. It then moves on to cover the founding of Memphis in 1819, including its early growth as a trading center and its role in the cotton industry.The book also covers the city's involvement in the Civil War, including the Battle of Memphis and the city's occupation by Union forces. It then goes on to discuss the city's reconstruction and growth during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, including its role in the civil rights movement.Throughout the book, Davis provides detailed descriptions of important events and people in Memphis history, as well as insights into the city's culture and society. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Memphis, Tennessee, or the American South in general.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.