by George Gillman Smith. 1900. 664p

The early history of Georgia is marked by a diverse population of settlers, including English, Scotch, Jews, and Italians, who faced significant challenges such as limited infrastructure and economic hardship. Governor Reynolds dealt with rebellion calls from Quaker leaders while the legalization of slavery led to the establishment of laws governing the treatment of slaves. The colony's economy was primarily based on stock-raising and indigo production, but the sparse and impoverished population struggled with ongoing issues like Indian conflicts and lawlessness.