South Carolina Books

An erudite yet entertaining account of early 20th Century Charleston and the construction of its bridge to the North. An unusual mix of engineering, history, and social commentary. Great old photos and drawings of old Charleston. Written with the charm and grace befitting one of America's greatest historic Old South towns.

This book is a must for anyone who loves Charleston, SC, and wants to know how this Holy City grew into the gem she is today. The story centers around the city's ancient bridge but really tells the history of Charleston in the early twentieth century. The authors have done an excellent job spinning history with personal vignettes and memories from older Charlestonians. The quirkiness of old Charleston shines through. I read the entire work in one afternoon and at times forgot that I was reading a history--it felt more like a novel.

As with the other titles in this series by Bishir, they just don't get any better. The three books together offer a complete survey of historic architecture in North Carolina. There are many small black and white photographs included, good maps, essays that place the structures in historical context, addresses and precise dating, all grouped by county and organized around the principal towns in each. Many an AIA guide attempts this format and falls far short.

I liked this series so much I bought it twice--one to save and one to use.

This is a book of wonder and revelation, illuminating the history and splendor of one of America's most magical regions. It will make you want to learn more and more and then drive the Blue Ridge Parkway.

I took a class this summer and one of the Text we used was the Guide to Wildflowers of South Carolina. This book is very informative and gives many different topics for each plant listed. Later I met Dr. Porcher and he really knows his stuff.

My husband and I moved to the country,living on 5acres surrounded by woods.We have all kinds of beautiful wildflowers growing here.A guild to wildflowers in s.c.has helped us to identify alot of these flowers.what a wonderful book to have around.Its just full of helpful information on these plants.

I really enjoyed this book. I not only enjoyed the supernatural aspect of this book, but the history of the area was very intriging. The perfect Halloween treat!

This has to be the best ghost plantation book I have ever read.
Louisiana has been so covered, but this book has stories from Savannah all the way up the Carolina Coast where most of the slave importation and plantations existed. Creepy voodoo, interesting family slave tribe and French master histories, love tragedies, railroad ghost, historical photographs-- mysterious and wonderful-- I was surprised, reading it all in one night's sitting.

I'm very satisfied with this purchase : book in perfect conditon, very fast delivery. Thanks.

I'm very satisfied with this purchase : book in perfect conditon, very fast delivery. Thanks.

This account of the Highlanders and particularly of my ancestor, Alexander McAllister, and the role he played was most informative. I was not familiar with the details of their mid 18th century migration to America. For other researchers, information can also be gained by accessing the web page for Clan McAlister of America. Of course, the name has been spelled different ways, but this is the same Clan. Thanks so much, Duane Meyer, for your research!

This book has excellent information on where my line came from in the Highlands. The description of the economy, the living conditions, the government and clan disharmony, as well as the religion question, all provide a good picture of where our Scots came from and the conditions of their lives. My McRae family came to Carolina in 1774, so this timeline used in this book covered the years preceding, as well as a few following their immigration. I was very interested in the motives for migration. This provided many more than I had previously read about. Because the years led directly into our revolution, it is especially relevant to read this information on the Scots question whether to serve as loyalist or as revolutionary. This proved, as well as disproved several theories which are in print. I appreciate having this book in my reference library. It has more specific descriptive information about the Scots' living conditions both in Scotland and in North Carolina than any other source I have consulted.

Lookout towers used to be places where rangers could view the forests and spot any problems. Today, they are open to anyone who wishes to visit them. "Hiking North Carolina's Lookout Towers" is a guide for hikers who want to put a destination into their hikes that ends with a great view of the surrounding landscape. An ideal pick for any hiking enthusiast, "Hiking North Carolina's Lookout Towers" is highly recommended for community library travel collections.

Peter Barr has done an outstanding job in combining fire lookout towers, their history, and their current status along with the traditional hiking information. Lots of maps and photos! Peter brings out the plight of the abandoned historic structures and makes a plea for help in saving them! This is a great book for anyone hiking in Western North Carolina or anyone wanting to go there. Even if you hadn't particularly wanted to go there, if you're interested in lookouts and hiking, "Hiking North Carolina's Lookout Towers" will make you want to! A must for fire lookout enthusiasts or anyone interested in learning more about them!

Excellent roster - very well written narrative

Excellent roster - very well written narrative

I am very glad this book was reprinted. It is a complete history of Williamsburg County, South Carolina, from its inception until 1923 and cites hundreds of names of persons living there in colonial days. It includes several maps of the area and includes Prince Fredericks and Prince George Districts. It describes the religious and political structure of the churches and communities and captures the pioneering spirit of the first settlers. It is a must read for anyone searching for their roots in eighteenth century South Carolina.

I first found this book in the library in Kingstree, SC where I was conducting an extensive family history. When I began reading it in the reference section, I knew I wanted/needed a copy of it. I was happy to know that I could order my own copy. The book is very detailed and specific about the development of the area of South Carolina where my family comes from. Not only does it show the beginning of Williamsburg County, SC, but it gives you good information about the beginnings of America and the early colonies. It gives the names of the original settlers in the territory as well as the native american tribes that inhabited the area. Also a few maps.

This book is an ancestry searcher's dream.

Layne and Wall's seminal work is a must read for the serious student of this pork delicacy. From the selection of wood to the all important application of sauce, the authors have provided SC BBQ the rich treatment it deserves.

Layne and Wall's seminal work is a must read for the serious student of this pork delicacy. From the selection of wood to the all important application of sauce, the authors have provided SC BBQ the rich treatment it deserves.