This Is My South

This Is My South
Author: Caroline Eubanks
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 369
Release: 2018-10-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1493034316
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You may think you know the South for its food, its people, its past, and its stories, but if there’s one thing that’s certain, it’s that the region tells far more than one tale. It is ever-evolving, open to interpretation, steeped in history and tradition, yet defined differently based on who you ask. This Is My South inspires the reader to explore the Southern States––Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia––like never before. No other guide pulls together these states into one book in quite this way with a fresh perspective on can’t-miss landmarks, off the beaten path gems, tours for every interest, unique places to sleep, and classic restaurants. So come see for yourself and create your own experiences along the way!

Preservation

Preservation
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Total Pages: 736
Release: 1999
Genre: Historic buildings
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Island Time

Island Time
Author: Jingle Davis
Publisher: University of Georgia Press
Total Pages: 309
Release: 2013-06-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0820342459
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Capturing the history and beauty of a key destination in the land of the Golden Isles... Eighty miles south of Savannah lies St. Simons Island, one of the most beloved seaside destinations in Georgia and home to some twenty thousand year-round residents. In Island Time, Jingle Davis and Benjamin Galland offer a fascinating history and stunning visual celebration of this coastal community. Prehistoric people established some of North America's first permanent settlements on St. Simons, leaving three giant shell rings as evidence of their occupation. People from other diverse cultures also left their mark: Mocama and Guale Indians, Spanish friars, pirates and privateers, British soldiers and settlers, German religious refugees, and aristocratic antebellum planters. Enslaved Africans and their descendants forged the unique Gullah Geechee culture that survives today. Davis provides a comprehensive history of St. Simons, connecting its stories to broader historical moments. Timbers for Old Ironsides were hewn from St. Simons's live oaks during the Revolutionary War. Aaron Burr fled to St. Simons after killing Alexander Hamilton. Susie Baker King Taylor became the first black person to teach openly in a freedmen's school during her stay on the island. Rachel Carson spent time on St. Simons, which she wrote about in The Edge of the Sea. The island became a popular tourist destination in the 1800s, with visitors arriving on ferries until a causeway opened in 1924. Davis describes the challenges faced by the community with modern growth and explains how St. Simons has retained the unique charm and strong sense of community that it is known for today. Featuring more than two hundred contemporary photographs, historical images, and maps, Island Time is an essential book for people interested in the Georgia coast. A Friends Fund publication.

The Rough Guide to the USA: The South (Travel Guide eBook)

The Rough Guide to the USA: The South (Travel Guide eBook)
Author: Rough Guides
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
Total Pages: 285
Release: 2022-08-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1789197309
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Practical travel guide to USA: The South featuring points-of-interest structured lists of all sights and off-the-beaten-track treasures, with detailed colour-coded maps, practical details about what to see and to do in USA: The South, how to get there and around, pre-departure information, as well as top time-saving tips, like a visual list of things not to miss in USA: The South, expert author picks and itineraries to help you plan your trip. The Rough Guide to USA: THE SOUTH covers: North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi and Arkansas Inside this travel guide you'll find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to USA: The South, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in the Ozarks to family activities in child-friendly places, like Nashville or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Memphis. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Essential pre-departure information including USA: The South entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES Carefully planned routes covering the best of USA: The South give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip. DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options. INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for soaking up the local history, scenic drives and sampling the music scene. HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS Rough Guides' rundown of Little Rock, Memphis, Birmingham, Nashville and Jackson's best sights and top experiences help to make the most of each trip to USA: The South, even in a short time. HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS: Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, to help to find the best places in USA: The South, matching different needs. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter features fascinating insights into USA: The South, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary. FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Mercer-Williams House and the spectacular Blue Ridge Parkway COLOUR-CODED MAPPING Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Charleston, Atlanta and many more locations in USA: The South, reduce need to go online. USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.