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9 reviews
Susan Sully

Rizzoli International Publications, 1999

Rekindles Fond Memories
Susan Sully's book revived many delightful memories of my recent visit to Charleston. Her evocative prose paired with the beautiful photographs made as much of an impression on me as seeing Charleston's gracious architecture in person. It's not often that such a pretty book is also so well written, but Sully' elegant, beautifully crafted sentences do justice to the photos and the grand old ...

Celia Garth

16 reviews
Gwen Bristow

Ty Crowell Co, 1959

--A classic story of the American Revolution--
CELIA GARTH takes place during the American Revolutionary War in the city of Charleston, South Carolina. Celia, the main character is a "sassy" twenty-year-old woman who worked as a seamstress in a very fashionable clothing shop. The inhabitants of Charleston were divided in their loyalties. Some were Tories and supported the king and England; many others were supporters of the revolution. ...

The Dog Diet, A Memoir: What My Dog Taught Me About Shedding Pounds, Licking Stress and Getting a New Leash ...

20 reviews
Patti Lawson

HCI, 2006

A great, fun book!
I loved this book! I really enjoyed reading it and I got some great dieting ideas (and life perspectives). For example, I am now implementing her idea of having a salad box. Actually, I have two of them that are about the size of shoeboxes that I bought for $1 each at the 99cent store. Now, as soon as I buy my salad veggies, I clean them, chop or remove whatever leaves I need to, and put them ...

Mary's World : Love, War, and Family Ties in Nineteenth-century Charleston

27 reviews
Richard N. Cote

Corinthian Books, 2000

A MUST READ
FOR THOSE INTERESTED IN ANTEBELLUM CULTURE AND THE CIVIL WAR, THIS IS A MUST READ. EVEN FOR THOSE WHO AREN'T A STUDENT OF THE ERA, "MARY'S WORLD" IS STILL A FASCINATING GLIMPSE OF THE LIFE OF AN ELITE SOUTHERN PLANTER FAMILY. TAKEN FROM FAMILY PAPERS, THE STORY OF THE PRINGLES IS A FIRST HAND ACCOUNT OF THEIR INNERMOST THOUGHTS AND FEELINGS. THE READER GETS TO WATCH WILLIAM BULL AND MARY ...

Fire Bell in the Night: A Novel

10 reviews
Geoffrey Edwards

Touchstone, 2007

A fine example of historical fiction
I bought this book out of curiosity. It was a reader's chioce in the Gather First Chapters competition. Could it possibly stand on its own merit as an entertaining and thought-provoking read? Could winning a popularity contest possibly correlate with quality, professional work? About 10 pages in, it's clear that Geoffrey is a real writer, with real ideas and real literary talent. The man ...

Celia Garth: A Story of Charleston in the Revolution

15 reviews
Gwen Bristow

Nautical & Aviation Publishing Company of Ame, 2000

Oldie but goodie...
Gwen Bristow's Celia Garth may have been published in 1959, but it is truly a classic that is just as timely today. Charleston is always associated with the Civil War, but most Americans do not realize how much fighting went on in and around Charleston during the Revolution. In fact, there were more Revolutionary War battles in South Carolina than in any southern state. In Celia Garth, we ...

Out of the Shadows (Nick Barrett Mystery Series #1)

9 reviews
Sigmund Brouwer

Thorndike Press, 2003

Weird, But Masterfully Done
At first sight, this book looks freaky. Then, as you start to read it, its just WEIRD! Then, you want to scream and holler and tell certain of its characters to just work with the main character. I have lent this book out to many of my friends and we all love it. They each have said basically the same about it. It's very mysterious! Definately read it. And when you are done, read its ...

Refuge: A Novel

11 reviews
Dot Jackson

Novello Festival Press, 2006

Extraordinary ear for language, and a satisfying (albeit heartrending) story
Once in a while you come across writing that resonates so clearly within your soul that you read and re-read passages just to savor the language. Dot Jackson's REFUGE is filled with that kind of luminous vernacular, pitch-perfect and insightful, carried along by a dark undercurrent of disquietude revealed through the voice of protagonist Mary Seneca Steele. Like fellow Southern Appalachian ...

Mandie and the Charleston Phantom (Mandie, Book 7)

11 reviews
Lois Gladys Leppard

Bethany House Publishers, 1986

A very good book!
In book #7,Mandie Shaw is going to Charleston to visit her friend Tommy Patton from school along wth her mother and stepfather.At the begining of the book her friend Joe is jealous and they get into a huge fight.Even though Mandie is still mad at Joe,she still goes to Charleston.When Mandie goes to Charleston,her and Tommy see a 'phantom'on the beach.Mandie is determined to find out who ...

The Winds of Catawba (Sequel to the Women of Catawba)

10 reviews
Laurie Stahl

Thomas Nelson Inc, 1995

Just as good as the first book
I loved reading the first book to this series written by Hilda Stahl. When I saw that her daughter wrote the second book in the series, I wasn't sure if it would be as good. But, I was not disappointed...this book was just as good as the first one, I only wish that the series had continued.

Very Charleston: A Celebration of History, Culture, and Lowcountry Charm

9 reviews
Diana Hollingsworth Gessler

Algonquin Books, 2003

Delightful!
The wonderful watercolor drawings and short descriptions make this book a must have for those people who have been (or will soon go) to Charleston, South Carolina. The spirit and color of Charleston is captured in this small volume. I traveled to Charleston with three other women and we all bought this book! One lady even used it as her trip journal, making comments in the book about places we ...

The Lies of Saints (Nick Barrett Mystery Series #3)

5 reviews
Sigmund Brouwer

Tyndale House Publishers, 2003

Fascinating investigative thriller
In Charleston, Nick Barnett grew up as an outsider in a wealthy family. His father died in Viet Nam while his mother gave birth to him long after nine months had passed since her husband left for Southeast Asia. When he was ten his mother deserted him. Years later he learned who his biological father was and inherited a fortune. His friend, private investigator Kellie Mixson lies in a hospital ...

City of Heroes: The Great Charleston Earthquake of 1886

8 reviews
Richard N. Cote

Corinthian Books, 2006

Part science, part history, all fascinating...
Charleston, South Carolina is my favorite city, so it's only natural that I enjoy books that deal with the Holy City. City of Heroes: The Great Charleston Earthquake of 1886 is a fascinating account of this little known event. Most people know that Charleston has been plagued by hurricanes, fires and wars. But most are not aware that in 1886, the city suffered a devastating earthquake--the ...

Intracoastal Waterway Chartbook : Norfolk, Virginia, to Miami, Florida

5 reviews
John J. Kettlewell, Leslie Kettlewell

International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press, 2002

Excellent source... More than a set of charts!
Very usable in it's small page spiral format. Flipping pages as one cruises north or south is easy, and takes very little space at the helm. The annotations indicating marina locations save looking in separate guides when a stopping point is desired. Some obvious side trips (e.g. Banana River) are omitted and would have helped increase usefulness if included.

Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Prepared for the Supreme Council of ...

6 reviews
Albert Pike

Charleston Southern Jurisdiction, 1919

a fine work
This book is well known to Masons, especially Scottish Rite Masons, since Brother Pike was the driving force behind developing the Scottish Rite, if that accolade can be pinned to one person. As a Scottish Rite Mason, I bought a 1929 hardback edition partly for its historic and sentimental value, and I don't regret it. Be cautioned, however, that this is no easy read. In addition to being a ...

Secret Place of Thunder (Cheney Duvall, M.D. Series #5)

8 reviews
Lynn Morris, Gilbert Morris

Bethany House, 1996

AN AWESOME BOOK I CAN'T WAIT TILL #8
I read this book and finished in 2 days! I loved it. My sister gave me #6 and I finished it in 3 days. I had to buy #7 (my favorite) and loved it also. This is a great series. I recommend this to almost anybody.

Charleston in My Time: The Paintings of West Fraser

5 reviews
West Fraser

University of South Carolina Press, 2001

Full-page color reproductions of his paintings
The oil paintings of artist Fraser are unique: they focus on the landmarks, scenery, and life of Charleston and its area. Charleston In My Time blends full-page color reproductions of his paintings with his own reflections on Charleston life and views of his work. Art collections with either an interest in Charleston or regional painting will find this beautiful.

Rosebud Roams Charleston

6 reviews
Sally Smith

Legacy Publications (NC), 1999

Five Stars for Rosebud!
Rosebud is a new children's classic no matter what city you live in. The author showcases her incredible artistic talents not only through the words she writes, but in the illustrations she creates. We loved every page!

Secessionville: Assault On Charleston

6 reviews
Patrick Brennan

Da Capo Press, 1996

Secessionville--No longer forgotten.
Patrick Brennan has written a first rate campaign study of the often ignored, but highly important Battles of Secessionville, South Carolina which occurred in mid-June of 1862. The Union forces led by General David Hunter attempted to capture the much hated city of Charleston, by landing troops on James Island, southwest of the city. Brennan wonderfully captures all of the movements ...

Sassafrass, Cypress and Indigo: A Novel

6 reviews
Ntozake Shange

Picador, 1996

Lyrical form
One of the best books I have ever read. From the first page I was drawn into this world completely and never looked back. One of those rare books that I was devastated to have end, and moped around for months afterward with nothing to read because I knew nothing would be able to equal it. Miz Shange's lyrical prose is incomparable, beautiful and devastating in it's ability to make an intimate ...

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