"All photographs [but one] reproduced in this book have been taken from actual stereoviews published between 1860 and 1920."--p. [8].

Examines perceptions of the natural world in ideas and practices of African-descended communities in South Carolina from the colonial period to the twentieth century.

Some of the most dramatic and consequential events of the Civil War era took place in the South Carolina Lowcountry between Charleston and Savannah. From Robert Barnwell Rhett's inflammatory 1844 speech in Bluffton calling for secession, to the last desperate attempts by Confederate forces to halt Sherman's juggernaut, the region was torn apart by war. This history tells the story through the experiences of two radically different military units--the Confederate Beaufort Volunteer Artillery and the U.S. 1st South Carolina Regiment, the first black Union regiment to fight in the war--both organized in Beaufort, the heart of the Lowcountry.

Welcome to an unforgettable trip to the Palmetto State, South Carolina, a land of breathtaking beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture. South Carolina is a place that enchants its visitors with its southern hospitality and the variety of things to see and do. Our journey begins in Charleston, the historic port city where the charm of the past can be felt in the streets and buildings. Here you can experience the history of the colonial era and the Civil War, but also enjoy the vibrant arts and culture scene. Continue to Myrtle Beach, where you can enjoy the sun, sand, and ocean to the fullest. This popular beach resort also offers an abundance of entertainment and water sports activities.South Carolina's plantations tell of a time when the cultivation of rice and indigo dominated the economy and shaped the architecture. They are a living testimony to the antebellum history of the state. The natural beauties of Congaree National Park and marshlands offer unique eco-experiences, from swamp forests to wildlife viewing. Golf lovers will find their paradise on the world-class golf courses in South Carolina. South Carolina cuisine is characterized by Southern cuisine and Lowcountry specialties, including Creole flavors and seafood. Art and culture flourish in museums, theatres and music events. In this book, we will explore the history and culture of the Gullah Geechee community, which preserves a significant legacy of slavery. We will also look at the future of South Carolina in terms of economy and educational opportunities. Join us on this fascinating journey through South Carolina, a land of contrasts and beauty, and discover the treasures this state has to offer.

Hiking South Carolina covers the best hiking throughout the entire state. This book has the reader traversing from the mountains to the sea in one of the most beautiful and diverse states in the US. No matter where you are in the state, it is likely that this book will have a trail for you to explore nearby. Detailed maps and trail descriptions make navigating these wonderful trails easy, and interesting information about the environment and history of each trail gives hikers a unique insight into the trail that they are exploring.

The complex, colorful history of South Carolina's southeastern corner In the first volume of The History of Beaufort County, South Carolina, three distinguished historians of the Palmetto State recount more than three centuries of Spanish and French exploration, English and Huguenot agriculture, and African slave labor as they trace the history of one of North America's oldest European settlements. From the sixteenth-century forays of the Spaniards to the invasion of Union forces in 1861, Lawrence S. Rowland, Alexander Moore, and George C. Rogers, Jr., chronicle the settlement and development of the geographical region comprised of what is now Beaufort, Jasper, Hampton, and part of Allendale counties. The authors describe the ill-fated attempts of the Spanish and French to settle the Port Royal Sound area and the arrival of the British in 1663, which established the Beaufort District as the southern frontier of English North America. They tell of the region's bloody Indian Wars, participation in the American Revolution, and golden age of prosperity and influence following the introduction of Sea Island cotton. In charting the approach of civil war, Rowland, Moore, and Rogers relate Beaufort District's decisive role in the Nullification Crisis and in the cultivation, by some of the district's native sons, of South Carolina's secessionist movement. Of particular interest, they profile the local African American, or Gullah, population - a community that has become well known for the retention of its African cultural and linguistic heritage.