A Gullah Guide to Charleston

A Gullah Guide to Charleston
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Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages : 128
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ISBN-10 : 9781614232674
ISBN-13 : 1614232679
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Book Synopsis A Gullah Guide to Charleston by : Alphonso Brown

Download or read book A Gullah Guide to Charleston written by Alphonso Brown and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2008-05-09 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An expert in Gullah culture introduces the rich history of black Charlestonians through a series of local walking tours plus a sightseeing drive. The Gullah people of the Lowcountry South are famous for their cuisine, Creole language, and exquisite crafts—yet there is so much more to this unique culture than most people realize. Alphonso Brown, the owner and operator of Gullah Tours, Inc., guides readers through the history and lore of this storied people in A Gullah Guide to Charlestown. With this volume guiding the way, you can visit Denmark Vesey's home, Catfish Row, the Old Slave Mart and the Market; learn about the sweetgrass basket makers, the Aiken-Rhett House slave quarters, black slave owners and blacksmith Philip Simmons. Brown's distinctive narration, combined with detailed maps and vibrant descriptions in native Gullah, make this an authentic and enjoyable way to experience the Holy City.


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