April 2004

Features


Dos Passos , by Ryan Croxton, Jake Denton

The noted author, and his life on Virginia’s Northern Neck. While he is no longer a household name, his literary reputation is very much alive.


Plantation Escapes , by Beth Sutton, Ann Cochran, Elizabeth Cogar

Cozy weekends on some of the greatest farms of Virginia, from Stratford Hall to Toddsbury to Goodstone. Plus, a roundup of guesthouses.

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Letters | Contributors | Natives | Reviews | Style | Bellwether | About Town | Odd Dominion | Departures

Upfront


An Afghani in Virginia , by Jake Denton

Soldier who fought Taliban now living on peninsula.


Life at Green Spring , by Jo Ann M. Hofheimer

Notable’s Fairfax home.


Bread Winner , by Beth O’Leary

For Billy Fallen, life is all about making dough.


WGH Makes 75 , by Don Harrison

AM 1310 led fleet in World’s Greatest Harbour.


Studio Makes Tracks , by Garry Kranz

Recording house draws big-name and regional acts.

Departments


Food | Happy as a Clam , by Curtis D. Badger

How to tackle the wonderful world of the clam. Plus, a very tasty recipe that includes an irresistible dollop of bacon grase.


Design | Nine on the Lawn , by Sally Brown

UVA architecture dean’s home on The Lawn.


Towns | Lynchburg’s Alive , by Laura Parsons

The most delightful hill town in Virginia gets even better with new restaurants and new life downtown.


Property | Modern History at Robin Hill , by Laura Parsons

A house that comes to Virginia by way of France and Poland.


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