| Abstract |
Durham, it's complicated. "The Bulls of Durham" living history book blends Durham's rich history 1701 to February 2019 with stories and perspectives of over 100 Durhamites that are continuing to mold and shape the city. And in this way, this is the story of Durham, North Carolina through the bulls' eyes. Learn how a city that literally started from a tobacco seed in the ashes of the Civil War grew into the best city on earth. Discover how a stolen bull brought about a history shifting, global tobacco empire. Unearth some Bull City gems that truly make Durham a treasure. Get the backstory on why a British condiment company is holding a 150 year old grudge against the Bull City. They're not just salty, they're marinated. Find out the backstory to how the now hippest, foodies, tech-hub of the South also gave rise to the bullpen, billboards, branding, and baseball cards. Delve into the Bull City's strong Black history that proves "Do it like Durham" isn't a passing trend and will give you a profound sense of reverence walking down Parrish Street. Best of all, see the commond thread that runs through the stories of teachers, politicians, business owners, hip-hop artists, painters, activists, and the real Bull City OG's. Hint: it's the BULLief that in Durham anything is possiBULL. Welcome to the Bull City, the intersection of grit and grace. Here all you need is a dream and faith the size of tobacco seed because well, tobacco seeds build global empires, not mustard seeds. Durham is in the details |
