Author Description

"House of the Messenger" is a meticulously crafted chronicle of the extraordinary efforts dedicated to the recovery, reconstruction, and restoration of the Joseph Greer Dogtrot log house in Lincoln County, Tennessee. This publication delves deeply into the historical significance of log houses during the early American period, exploring their construction techniques and their pivotal role in shaping the nation's development. It showcases the intricate reconstruction of the Joseph Greer House, offering readers a nuanced understanding of the broader historical context. The narrative highlights the unique alignment between the Joseph Greer House and the need for a period log house at Camp Blount, Fayetteville, Tennessee, creating an extraordinary opportunity for preservation. The publication is dedicated to Bill Wendt and his preservation efforts, unfolding the initial stages of reclamation and the retrieval of the original, two-hundred-twenty-year-old house materials. Through a blend of written accounts and visually compelling photographs, the tremendous effort exerted in collecting the logs and materials for the preservation project is vividly portrayed. The book is very interesting for historians and useful for those looking at building a hewn log house/cabin. Moreover, the narrative emphasizes the historic significance of the Joseph Greer House and its pivotal role in preserving Lincoln County's and Tennessee's heritage. The Camp Blount Historic Site Association collaborates with the Tennessee State Historic Commission to establish a lasting legacy for the Camp Blount Historical Site. The Joseph Greer Chapter of the Tennessee Society, Sons of the American Revolution (TNSSAR), shares their extensive research and labors, contributing to the broader narrative of our historical understanding.