Originally published in 1926, this work covers the geography, exploration, and early settlement of the area; the history of area churches and schools; and the economic and social history up to 1925. Some genealogical data is given, including names of families living in the county before 1800, and some early deeds and patents. The appendices name men from Madison County who served in the military, and give ages of those who served in the Civil War. An index to full-names, places, and subjects completes this work.