A Gullah Guide to Charleston: Walking Through Black History (American Heritage)
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.24 (755 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1596293926 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 160 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-09-14 |
| Language | : | English |
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Mr. Brown is a licensed tour guide for the City of Charleston and owns and operates Gullah Tours. He has given countless lectures and Gullah presentations has made numerous radio and television appearances. Brown's Gullah Tours has been featured in Charleston Magazine, Southern Living magazine, Reader's Digest, the Boston Globe, New York Times, and Charles Kuralt's bestseller America. He is
I just finished reading A Gullah Guide to Charleston. I just finished reading A Gullah Guide to Charleston. This is definitely an insightful book. Thank you, Mr. Brown, for providing enlightenment!. "an excellent guide to Charleston" according to Ann Panciera. I was recently in Charleston, SC and wish I had this book at that time. I took Mr. Brown's bus tour of his city and it was one of the best I have taken. When I return I'll be sure to take his guide with me and take a walking tour.. "Fresh History! Charleston South Carolina" according to Charlotte Hutson-Wrenn. This pocket sized guidebook is a must-have if you are visiting Charleston, South Carolina. Then make it a must to meet Alphonso Brown, who leads []. His bus leaves from the downtown Visitor's Center and you will not be disappointed. He is bright, charming and funny and knows his history. He will also speak and help you understand the Gullah creole language. This little 158 page book, beautifully edited and printed [] on silky cover stock with a gorgeous paintin
Brown's distinctive narration, combined with detailed maps and vibrant descriptions in native Gullah, make this a unique and enjoyable way to experience the Holy City.. Join Alphonso Brown, owner and operator of Gullah Tours, Inc., on three accessible walking tours and a bonus driving tour through the places, history and lore relevant to the rich and varied contributions of black Charlestonians. 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 is a licensed tour guide for the City of Charleston and owns and operates Gullah Tours. He is a recipient of the very prestigious "Three Sisters Award."? . Mr. He has given countless lectures and Gullah presentations has made numerous radio and television appearances. Brown's Gullah Tours has been featured in Charleston Magazine, Southern Living magazine, Reader's Digest, the Boston Globe, New York Times, and Charles Kuralt's bestseller America. About the Author Alphonso Brown was born and reared in Rantowles, South Carolina, a rural area about twelve miles south of Charleston. Mr. He is a