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The Newcomer's Guide to North Carolina: Everything You Need to Know to Be a Tar Heel

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I'm preparing to move to North Carolina, and I thought this book delivered on its promise: a solid introduction to the state. It is a quick read through a variety of topics, including geography, history, politics, sports, travel, entertainment, famous events, and even taxes and motor vehicle laws.

If you have time to read only one book, I think this is it. Just don't expect the best travel guide, a complete guide to the golf courses, or a complete history of the state.

a book that has all the answers to the questions I've had since moving to North Carolina. It covers a wide range of topics and has so much information - from the state's history to DMV regulations and everything in between. Wish I would have known about this book when I first moved here. I think it's a great book for anyone who is planning on moving to NC or is a newcomer to NC.

This book is a great introductory read for those wanting to know more about North Carolina(especially if you are moving there). It has everything from a history, to the state government, to pop cluture and stories of the state, to even DMV information. I'm leaving a lot out, but you get the picture. The only problem I have with this book is that there is only one map in the entire book. It is of the whole state, but only has nine cities on it. You will want an atlas to go with the book to see where some of the places he mentions are. Other than that a great book and I definately recommend it.

We just moved to NC and I wanted a book "to get my feet wet" this is exactly what I was looking for. Lots of misc facts and history. I felt like I had a better feeling for the place when I got here than I am sure I would have without.

Good intro to the state -- details relating to history and facts that are useful to the job hunter or the retiree. If you are planning on making this state "home" for a while, this is the book to help you make some decisions on where to live and where you'll want to visit. Bill Lee did a thorough job revealing the most useful and interesting information for the reader.

Nice book, not very intriguing, at times read like an almanac. Good for Carolina facts

We just moved to the area for a new job. We love it hear but knew nothing about the area prior to the move. One of my new co-workers recommended this book. It is loaded with information about the area as well as the culture here. It even gives information about what they put on their burgers here. I love this book!

When we opted to relocate to NC, we decided to purchase this book. I learned everything I could want to know about NC, all in an easy to read book!

I was born in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, New Yawk and my husband is from the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginny. He wants to move closer to home and I'm a life-long NY Metropolitanite who travels frequently. Seriously, I'm considering NC (not decided yet!) and I found this book very helpful in terms of what to expect, what's what in terms of the terrain and life style. I think this would be a good compromise for the Country Boy and City Slicker.

when i was reading this book it was very territorial. god forbid a "yankee" or whatever you call it comes and moves down to north carolina. or if your having a bad day and your new to the community, you need to let the community know so that they know to stay away from you. this book is worthless. my advice dont live near the author cause hes going to be in your business