This book records Charleston's development from 1670 and ends with an afterword on the effects of Hurricane Hugo in 1989, drawing with special care on information from every facet of the city's life—its people and institutions; its art and architecture; its recreational, social and intellectual life; its politics and city government.
The most complete social, political, and cultural history of Charleston, this book is a treasure chest for historians and for anyone interested in delving into this lovely city, layer by layer.
This book records Charleston's development from 1670 and ends with an afterword on the effects of Hurricane Hugo in 1989, drawing with special care on information from every facet of the city's life—its people and institutions; its art and architecture; its recreational, social and intellectual life; its politics and city government.
The most complete social, political, and cultural history of Charleston, this book is a treasure chest for historians and for anyone interested in delving into this lovely city, layer by layer.
Charleston! Charleston!: The History of a Southern City
560Charleston! Charleston!: The History of a Southern City
560Paperback(Reprint)
Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780872497979 |
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Publisher: | University of South Carolina Press |
Publication date: | 05/15/1992 |
Edition description: | Reprint |
Pages: | 560 |
Sales rank: | 1,020,149 |
Product dimensions: | 6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 1.75(d) |
Age Range: | 18 Years |