Maryjean Wall

Probably of most interest to people who are familiar with the Bluegrass region. While Belle Brezing's story is interesting in itself, this book is more interesting as a study of Lexington from the antebellum period into the 20th century. There's some fascinating material about the evolution of the horse racing industry and the beginnings of social progressivism around the turn of the century. As academic history goes, it's also very accessible and a quick read.