Author: Mary Preston Foster
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738517797
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
A guide book will help natives and visitors alike appreciate the history and residents of the beautiful city of Charleston, South Carolina, one of the South's great cultural destinations, which has endured periods of grandeur, occupation, a devastating earthquake, fires, hurricanes, and the challenges of Reconstruction. Original.
Charleston
Author: Mary Preston Foster
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738517797
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
A guide book will help natives and visitors alike appreciate the history and residents of the beautiful city of Charleston, South Carolina, one of the South's great cultural destinations, which has endured periods of grandeur, occupation, a devastating earthquake, fires, hurricanes, and the challenges of Reconstruction. Original.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738517797
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
A guide book will help natives and visitors alike appreciate the history and residents of the beautiful city of Charleston, South Carolina, one of the South's great cultural destinations, which has endured periods of grandeur, occupation, a devastating earthquake, fires, hurricanes, and the challenges of Reconstruction. Original.
The Ghosts of Charleston
Author: Julian Buxton
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Includes ghost stories from the Aiken-Rhett House, the Garden Theater, and the Cooper River Bridge.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Includes ghost stories from the Aiken-Rhett House, the Garden Theater, and the Cooper River Bridge.
A Gullah Guide to Charleston
Author: Alphonso Brown
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1614232679
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
An expert in Gullah culture introduces the rich history of black Charlestonians through a series of local walking tours plus a sightseeing drive. The Gullah people of the Lowcountry South are famous for their cuisine, Creole language, and exquisite crafts—yet there is so much more to this unique culture than most people realize. Alphonso Brown, the owner and operator of Gullah Tours, Inc., guides readers through the history and lore of this storied people in A Gullah Guide to Charlestown. With this volume guiding the way, you can visit Denmark Vesey's home, Catfish Row, the Old Slave Mart and the Market; learn about the sweetgrass basket makers, the Aiken-Rhett House slave quarters, black slave owners and blacksmith Philip Simmons. Brown's distinctive narration, combined with detailed maps and vibrant descriptions in native Gullah, make this an authentic and enjoyable way to experience the Holy City.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1614232679
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
An expert in Gullah culture introduces the rich history of black Charlestonians through a series of local walking tours plus a sightseeing drive. The Gullah people of the Lowcountry South are famous for their cuisine, Creole language, and exquisite crafts—yet there is so much more to this unique culture than most people realize. Alphonso Brown, the owner and operator of Gullah Tours, Inc., guides readers through the history and lore of this storied people in A Gullah Guide to Charlestown. With this volume guiding the way, you can visit Denmark Vesey's home, Catfish Row, the Old Slave Mart and the Market; learn about the sweetgrass basket makers, the Aiken-Rhett House slave quarters, black slave owners and blacksmith Philip Simmons. Brown's distinctive narration, combined with detailed maps and vibrant descriptions in native Gullah, make this an authentic and enjoyable way to experience the Holy City.
Historic Homes, Charleston, South Carolina
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781569440070
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781569440070
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Explorer's Guide South Carolina (Second Edition) (Explorer's Complete)
Author: Page Ivey
Publisher: The Countryman Press
ISBN: 1682681076
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 537
Book Description
The most up-to-date and comprehensive guidebook to the state of South Carolina Beaches and golf are what most people think of when they think of South Carolina, and the state has those amenities in abundance. But off the well-worn paths are battlefields from both the Revolutionary and Civil wars and significant guide-posts in African American history. South Carolina’s culture has great variety too, from classic Southern attitudes and food to the Geechee-Gullah Cultural Heritage Corridor in the Lowcountry and the Palmetto Trail and Scottish influences Upstate. As with every title in the Explorer’s Guide series, you’ll get thoroughly researched recommendations, up-to-date information on hours and prices, and tips for enjoying the region to its fullest. South Carolina is a destination steeped in fascinating history and natural beauty. With Page Ivey’s advice, you can experience everything the Palmetto State has to offer.
Publisher: The Countryman Press
ISBN: 1682681076
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 537
Book Description
The most up-to-date and comprehensive guidebook to the state of South Carolina Beaches and golf are what most people think of when they think of South Carolina, and the state has those amenities in abundance. But off the well-worn paths are battlefields from both the Revolutionary and Civil wars and significant guide-posts in African American history. South Carolina’s culture has great variety too, from classic Southern attitudes and food to the Geechee-Gullah Cultural Heritage Corridor in the Lowcountry and the Palmetto Trail and Scottish influences Upstate. As with every title in the Explorer’s Guide series, you’ll get thoroughly researched recommendations, up-to-date information on hours and prices, and tips for enjoying the region to its fullest. South Carolina is a destination steeped in fascinating history and natural beauty. With Page Ivey’s advice, you can experience everything the Palmetto State has to offer.
Explorer's Guides South Carolina
Author: Page Ivey
Publisher: The Countryman Press
ISBN: 0881509310
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 418
Book Description
A comprehensive explorer's guide to South Carolina, with maps and information on hotels and restaurants, shopping and entertainment, and other interesting sights.
Publisher: The Countryman Press
ISBN: 0881509310
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 418
Book Description
A comprehensive explorer's guide to South Carolina, with maps and information on hotels and restaurants, shopping and entertainment, and other interesting sights.
A History Lover's Guide to Charleston
Author: Christopher Byrd Downey
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1439674833
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
Founded in 1670, Charleston is among the oldest cities in the nation and site of some of the most pivotal events in American history. Explore the city and discover the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon where South Carolina ratified the U.S. Constitution in 1788. Visit beautiful Rainbow Row and learn the true history of this most iconic of Charleston sites. Tour the city's oldest church edifice at St. Michael's Church, which first opened for services in 1761. Join historian and author Christopher Byrd Downey for a guided tour of nearly one hundred historic Charleston sites tailor-made for the history lover.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1439674833
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
Founded in 1670, Charleston is among the oldest cities in the nation and site of some of the most pivotal events in American history. Explore the city and discover the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon where South Carolina ratified the U.S. Constitution in 1788. Visit beautiful Rainbow Row and learn the true history of this most iconic of Charleston sites. Tour the city's oldest church edifice at St. Michael's Church, which first opened for services in 1761. Join historian and author Christopher Byrd Downey for a guided tour of nearly one hundred historic Charleston sites tailor-made for the history lover.
Insiders' Guide® to Charleston
Author: Lee Davis Perry
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1493031082
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 307
Book Description
Insiders' Guide to Charleston is the essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information to this charming southern city. Written by locals (and true insiders), it offers a personal and practical perspective of Charleston and its surrounding environs. With over two-million books sold, Insiders’ Guides are the essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information making them an indispensable guide for travelers and residents alike.
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1493031082
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 307
Book Description
Insiders' Guide to Charleston is the essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information to this charming southern city. Written by locals (and true insiders), it offers a personal and practical perspective of Charleston and its surrounding environs. With over two-million books sold, Insiders’ Guides are the essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information making them an indispensable guide for travelers and residents alike.