""John Motley Morehead and the Development of North Carolina, 1796-1866"" is a historical biography written by Burton Alva Konkle and first published in 1922. The book chronicles the life and achievements of John Motley Morehead, a prominent figure in North Carolina politics and business during the 19th century. Morehead served as the state's governor from 1841 to 1845 and played a key role in the state's economic growth and development during his...