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The first documentation of this small Virginia foxhunting and farming village's history from Indian times to the present day, researched by John K. Gott and written by U Anne Evans. A fascinating walk through time, including photographs of its prominent people and places. Life in a country village during the Civil War, the nard times of mid 20th century decline and finally rebirth and restoration. Today The Plains is also widely known for Great Meadow, home of the famous Virginia Gold Cup Steeplechase each spring. John K. Gott holds a B.A. from Bridgewater College and a M.S. from Catholic University. He is a retired Fairfax County teacher who spends his time researching, studying and writing Fauquier County history. O'Anne Evans is a writer of repute and holds a B.A. in Journalism from the University of Missouri, and a M.A. in History from Stanford University. She has wntten several local history books, including a book about Prince William County, and vanous studies of Fairfax County, the dty of Oakton, and others.
Proceeds benefit The Plains Library
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