Walter edgar s journal, podcast archive, may 2008 august 2014. South carolina genealogy southern historical press, inc. A history and the south carolina encyclopedia that also bear his name. Your guide to south carolina s most scenic backroad adventures in backroads of south carolina, authors paul m. South carolina photographs, nature, and outdoor life. A history and the south carolina encyclopedia that also bear. For over one hundred years, the south carolina historical magazine has been. Apr 20, 2020 walter edgar s journal delves into the arts, culture, history of south carolina and the american south. From beach music to barbecue, walter edgars journal takes listeners on a journey that delves into south carolinas past while providing insight into the. He is the george washington distinguished professor of history at the university of south carolina. The views and opinions expressed on walter edgar s journal are not necessarily those of south.
The editor, a history professor and director of the institute of southern studies at the university of south carolina, identifies the 598 contributors by name only, but he notes that they are a mixture of academics and other scholars, public officials, and interested citizens. He describes in very human terms 475 years of recorded history in the palmetto state, including the experiences of all south carolinians rich and poor. After receiving his doctoral degree in american history from the university of south carolina in 1969, walter edgar served as a cords advisor in quang tri province, facilitating the south vietnamese governments pacification efforts. Buy the south carolina encyclopedia by walter b edgar editor online at alibris. Historian walter edgar has produced many books, directed the university of.
Some meet him on etv radio by listening to the facts crafted into his oneminute history lessons on south carolina from az or the interviews he conducts with southern specialists on. Your guide to south carolinas most scenic backroad adventures in backroads of south carolina, authors paul m. Apr 14, 2015 after receiving his doctoral degree in american history from the university of south carolina in 1969, walter edgar served as a cords advisor in quang tri province, facilitating the south vietnamese governments pacification efforts. Mark smith of the university of south carolina, talks with dr. Franklin and nancy mikula lead you on a journey that showcases all of the palmetto states charm.
Enlighten and empower gullah geechee people to sustain the culture pdf. Aug 15, 2011 originally published in 1992, south carolina in the modern age was the first history of contemporary south carolina to appear in more than a quarter century and helped establish the reputation of the palmetto states premier historian, walter edgar, who had not yet begun the two landmark volumes south carolina. The definitive sourcebook for clear, concise information on all things south carolinian. South carolina s war hero, wade hampton, was selected as the democratic partys candidate for governor in 1876. The authoritative source for the palmetto states dramatic history. South carolina books, stories, novels for sale online. Originally published in 1992, south carolina in the modern age was the first history of contemporary south carolina to appear in more than a quarter century and helped establish the reputation of the palmetto states premier historian, walter edgar, who had not yet begun the two landmark volumessouth carolina. This conversation was recorded at the university of south. Edgar s writing style is wonderful, and he brings to life the rich history of a state that has been catalyst, gadfly, scapegoat, bully, whipping boy, and whip wielder over the past several hundred years. Edgar has authored or edited several books about the state, including south carolina. Walter edgar s journal delves into the arts, culture, history of south carolina and the american south.
Phinizy spalding professor of history emeritus of the university of georgia, about south carolinas economy during world war i. He is the george washington distinguished professor of history at. He is the official keeper of the states long history, and its primary chronicler. South carolina a history by walter edgar goodreads. Jan 01, 1992 originally published in 1992, south carolina in the modern age was the first history of contemporary south carolina to appear in more than a quarter century and helped establish the reputation of the palmetto state s premier historian, walter edgar, who had not yet begun the two landmark volumes south carolina. In a short time, south carolina was in revolt again.
South carolina history still flowing for the master, walter edgar. Nov 01, 2009 world war ii changed america, and the history of upcountry south carolina during this era testifies to the wars deep impact. Overview slavery in south carolina originally existed along the coastal area. Addenda comprising additional facts concerning the eight pee dee counties and sketches of the persons for whom they are named. Walter edgars lifes passion is sc history the state. Edgar born december 10, 1943 is an american historian and author specializing in southern history and culture, particularly for south carolina. Walter edgar s journal from books to barbecue, from current events to colonial history, walter edgar s journal delves into the arts, culture, history of south carolina and the south. The southern conflict that turned the tide of the american revolution, by walter edgar, is a fascinating history of a crucial chapter in united states history. He left active duty in 1971 and began a fourdecade career as a professor as usc. Walter edgar talks about the history of this often overlooked area of. Tarletons legion was mostly pennsylvanians, and christian huck, one of the most ardent farm burners, was a philadelphia lawyer. South carolina history revolution, 17751783 personal narratives. In the first comprehensive history of south carolina published in nearly fifty years, walter edgar presents a sweeping chronicle of a state with an illustrious, sometimes infamous, past. The views and opinions expressed on walter edgar s journal are not necessarily those of south carolina public radio.
Anyone living in south carolina, newcomer or longtime resident, will encounter walter edgar in some form or another. Peter coclanis gives us a brief overview of south carolinas economic landscape, prerevolutionary war 1763. Walter edgar and edward ayers will serve as trustees. The south carolina encyclopedia by walter b edgar editor. The south carolina encyclopedia is a comprehensive singlevolume reference for just about anything anyone would want to know about the palmetto states rich cultures and storied heritage, from prehistory to the present day. The south carolina encyclopedia guide to the counties of. The author of this book is a native of edgefield district, born before it was shorn of its fair proportions, as it was in 1817, before a part was cut off to form the county of aiken, and long before it was further divided to form saluda county. Walter edgars journal delves into the arts, culture, history of south carolina and the american south. Rodger stroup, retired director of the south carolina department of archives and history, is taking a deep dive into the history of the south carolina state fair, doing research for an upcoming book on the subject. A history and the south carolina encyclopediathat also bear his. Located in the heart of downtown columbia and bound by sumter, pendleton, bull, and greene streets, this historic landscape, known today as the horseshoe, has both endured and prospered through more than two centuries of south carolinas oftenturbulent history. In the first comprehensive history of south carolina published in nearly fifty years, walter edgar presents a sweeping narrative of a state with an illustrious, sometimes infamous, past. Buy the the south carolina encyclopedia guide to the counties of south carolina ebook.
Following the personal tributes are short chapters on south carolina history that expand on edgars own work and that. Walter edgars journal, podcast archive, may 2008 august 2014. United nations representative in the dispute between india and. On the homefront, upcountry residents grew victory gardens, supported recruits at local bases and soldiers abroad, and manufactured textile goods, including uniforms and parachutes, crucial for the war effort. South carolinas economy in 1763 walter edgars journal. The views and opinions expressed on walter edgars journal are not necessarily those of south. A history and the south carolina encyclopediathat also bear his name. Our mission we strive to provide the best service in our industry and stand behind every item we sell. From ultraconservative, slavebased sugar and tobacco colony, to southern federalist stronghold, to modern tourist hot spot, south carolina has transformed itself from. Buzzard entry in south carolina encyclopedia edited by walter edgar, 2006, p. Originally published in 1992, south carolina in the modern age was the first history of contemporary south carolina to appear in more than a quarter century and helped establish the reputation of the palmetto states premier historian, walter edgar, who had not yet begun the two landmark volumes south carolina. The south carolina botanical garden patrick mcmillan and john bodiford.
In the first comprehensive history of south carolina published in nearly fifty years, walter edgar presents a sweeping chronicle of a state with an illustrious. Originally published in 1992, south carolina in the modern age was the first history of contemporary south carolina to appear in more than a quarter century and helped establish the reputation of the palmetto state s premier historian, walter edgar, who had not yet begun the two landmark volumes south carolina. Slaves were needed to work the large plantations in the area, and they were brought to south carolina on ships from the west indies. In this first segment on the importance of cotton, dr. Correspondence, congressional and campaign files, speeches and writings, notes, photographs, sound recordings, and other materials documenting the personal and professional life of graham, president of the university of north carolina at chapel hill. World war ii changed america, and the history of upcountry south carolina during this era testifies to the wars deep impact. Jun 16, 2012 in the postworld war ii period, a lot of older south carolina has begun to fade, edgar said. Originally published in 1992, south carolina in the modern age was the first history of contemporary south carolina to appear in more than a quarter century and helped establish the reputation of the palmetto states premier historian, walter edgar, who had not yet begun the two landmark. An excellent, easily digestible yet entirely thorough history of south carolina from precontact right up to modern times. Most were small tribes with names that did not become well known. History of the south carolina state fair full version.
Though not a native son, he has dedicated most of his life to the study of the state s rich and complex history. In the first comprehensive history of south carolina. The democratic party regained vitality in the late 1870s and south carolina s politics were strongly democratic after this period. South carolina has changed so much in its history, and that makes this book an interesting read. Letters of eliza wilkinson, during the invasion and possession of charleston, s. At the time of european contact and settlement the area that is now south carolina was occupied by a large variety of tribes which were unrelated linguistically and culturally. Conflict that turned the tide of the american revolution by walter edgar pp. Edgar tells the story of the revolutionary war in south carolina. A history, said the state had even turned down free blacks who wanted to volunteer to fight during the us civil war because they didnt want to arm. Walter edgar has gently promoted the audacious notion that women, native americans, africanamericans, upstate mill workers and woodsmen ought to have as significant a place in the great mosaic of south carolinas history as the powderwigged lords proprietors, revolutionary war heroes and civil war generals who straddle the historical imagination. Walter edgar is to south carolina what kevin starr is to california. Slave migration in south carolina university of south carolina.
Search the history of over 424 billion web pages on the internet. The democratic party regained vitality in the late 1870s and south carolinas politics were strongly democratic after this period. Rodger stroup, retired director of the south carolina department of archives and history, is taking a deep dive into the history of the south carolina state fair, doing research for. Edgar writes in a style that is easily accessible to a wide range of readers, from specialists to curious tourists. For all prospective readers, thats a very good thing for two reasons. Founded in 1801 as south carolina college, the university of south carolina is one of the nations oldest public colleges. Watson notes in the grand jury in colonial south carolina. List of books and articles about south carolina history.
Archives walter edgars journal south carolina educational. Presents a sweeping narrative of the state, describing in human terms some 475 years of recorded history, encompassing the experiences of rich and poor south carolinians, male and female, and those with roots in africa and europe as well as native americans. In the postworld war ii period, a lot of older south carolina has begun to fade, edgar said. South carolinas war hero, wade hampton, was selected as the democratic partys candidate for governor in 1876. History of edgefield county, south carolina genealogy trails. But he said south carolina itself, as a collective, remains a unique place. Author walter edgar makes it a constant theme that most of the fighting and almost all the atrocity was inflicted by americans on each other.
Located in the heart of downtown columbia and bound by sumter, pendleton, bull, and greene streets, this historic landscape, known today as the horseshoe, has both endured and prospered through more than two centuries of south carolina s oftenturbulent history. Walter edgar is the claude henry neuffer professor of southern studies, george washington distinguished professor of history, and director of the institute for. From ultraconservative, slavebased sugar and tobacco colony, to southern federalist stronghold, to modern tourist hot spot, south carolina has transformed itself from isolated aberration into a modern and diverse society. Edgars writing style is wonderful, and he brings to life the rich history of a state that has been catalyst, gadfly, scapegoat, bully, whipping boy, and.
Walter edgar has authored or edited nine books on the american south, including south carolina. Before the american revolution, south carolina was the richest of all the british american colonies. Exuniversity of richmond president, historian join colonial. In the first comprehensive history of south carolina published in nearly fifty years, walter edgar presents a sweeping narrative of a state with an illustrious. South carolina in the modern age by walter edgar overdrive. For anyone who has done some exploring into the history of south carolina, walter edgar needs no introduction. The south carolina encyclopedia guide to south carolina governors documents the lives an dcareers of the 111 white men and one indian american woman who have held the palmetto states highest office from 1669 to the present. Walter edgar has gently promoted the audacious notion that women, native americans, africanamericans, upstate mill workers and woodsmen ought to have as significant a place in the great mosaic of south carolina s history as the powderwigged lords proprietors, revolutionary war heroes and civil war generals who straddle the historical imagination. Edgar paints an interesting portrait of the people and culture of that region before and during. This acclaimed book by walter edgar is available at in several formats for your ereader.