Born in 1928 in the small coastal town of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, Genevieve "Sister" Peterkin grew up with World War II bombing practice in her front yard, deep-sea fishing expeditions, and youthful rambles through the lowcountry. She shared her bedroom with a famous ghost and an impatient older sister. But most of all she listened. She absorbed the tales of her talented mother and her beloved friend, listened to the stories of the region's older residents, some of them former slaves, who were her friends, neighbors, and teachers. In this new edition she once again shares with readers her insider's knowledge of the lowcountry plantations, gardens, and beaches that today draw so many visitors. Beneath the humor, hauntings, and treasures of local history, she tells another, deeper story—one that deals with the struggle for racial equality in the South, with the sometimes painful adventures of marriage and parenthood, and with inner struggles for faith and acceptance. This edition includes a new foreword by coastal writer and researcher Lee G. Brockington and a new afterword by coauthor and lowcountry novelist William P. Baldwin.

Fun and Exciting Facts about Charleston South Carolina! Hey Kids! Did you know... The Civil War started in Charleston? There's a park in Charleston named for Oyster Shells? The only surviving building used for slave auctions in the South is located in Charleston? You can sleep on an aircraft carrier in Charleston? You will find out all about these things and much more fun Charleston SC facts. You will love this book whether you are preparing for a vacation with the family, or simply want to learn a little more about the things to do in Charleston. Younger kids will love this neat way to visit Charleston through reading with their family! This Charleston Travel guide is a great book for kids to have on hand to read all about the things to do in Charleston! Teresa Mills is the bestselling author of the Hey Kids! Let's Visit Series of children's books! This visit to Charleston will give older kids a virtual tour of this historic southern city in South Carolina as well as share some great fun facts! AFTER YOUR PURCHASE CHECK OUT OUR OTHER TITLES THAT YOU MAY LIKE: Hey Kids! Let's Visit Washington DC Hey Kids! Let's Visit New York City Hey Kids! Let's Visit A Cruise Ship Hey Kids! Let's Visit London, England Hey Kids! Let's Visit San Francisco Hey Kids! Let's Visit Savannah, Georgia Hey Kids! Let's Visit Paris, France

It is remarkable that the most serious intervention by the federal government to protect the rights of its new African American citizens during Reconstruction (and well beyond) has not, until now, received systematic scholarly study. In The Great South Carolina Ku Klux Klan Trials, Lou Falkner Williams presents a comprehensive account of the events following the Klan uprising in the South Carolina piedmont in the Reconstruction era. It is a gripping story--one that helps us better understand the limits of constitutional change in post-Civil War America and the failure of Reconstruction. The South Carolina Klan trials represent the culmination of the federal government's most substantial effort during Reconstruction to stop white violence and provide personal security for African Americans. Federal interventions, suspension of habeas corpus in nine counties, widespread undercover investigations, and highly publicized trials resulting in the conviction of several Klansmen are all detailed in Williams's study. When the trials began, the Supreme Court had yet to interpret the Fourteenth Amendment and the Enforcement Acts. Thus the fourth federal circuit court became a forum for constitutional experimentation as the prosecution and defense squared off to present their opposing views. The fate of the individual Klansmen was almost incidental to the larger constitutional issues in these celebrated trials. It was the federal judge's devotion to state-centered federalism--not a lack of concern for the Klan's victims--that kept them from embracing constitutional doctrine that would have fundamentally altered the nature of the Union. Placing the Klan trials in the context of postemancipation race relations, Williams shows that the Klan's campaign of terror in the upcountry reflected white determination to preserve prewar racial and social standards. Her analysis of Klan violence against women breaks new ground, revealing that white women were attacked to preserve traditional southern sexual mores, while crimes against black women were designed primarily to demonstrate white male supremacy. Well-written, cogently argued, and clearly presented, this comprehensive account of the Klan uprising in the South Carolina piedmont in the late 1860s and early 1870s makes a significant contribution to the history of Reconstruction and race relations in the United States.

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! What's so great about South Carolina? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Palmetto State! We'll explore South Carolina's charming cities, beautiful beaches, vast plantations, and stirring history. The South Carolina by Map feature shows where you'll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in South Carolina.

Amazing South Carolina: A Coloring Book Journey Through Our 46 Counties is a delightful, one-of-a-kind book designed to engage youngsters and adult coloring book enthusiasts in learning about the unique character of our nation's eighth state. Every county in South Carolina is featured with an appealing illustration of its iconic and lesser-known sites--historical, geographical, topographical, industrial and commercial, and more. Companion text identifies and provides context for the pictured elements. The book provides a comprehensive educational snapshot of all that is special about the Palmetto State. From the colonial plantations of the Upstate to the picturesque marshes of the Lowcountry and the lazy Edisto River meandering its way through the state; from big cities like Columbia and Greenville to the vibrant coastal communities of Charleston and Beaufort, South Carolina is as beautiful and historic as it is diverse. Amazing South Carolina highlights that diversity and celebrates some of Laura Murray's favorite discoveries around the state.

This picturesque port city offers an amazing array of activities, intriguing tours, and quirky attractions. Lowcountry cuisine featuring fresh local seafood; fun festivals, unusual tours, spectacular shopping, area beaches that are among the best in the region, and much more.