Drawing rich inspiration from the history and diverse cultures of St. Simons Island off the coast of Georgia, where they grew up, this author's work is shaped by a locale that has seen the clash of Native American tribes, Spanish missionaries, English settlers, enslaved people, and plantation owners. The author explores the deeply embedded history and unique atmosphere of the American South, resurrecting forgotten stories and presenting them for contemporary readers. Their writing delves into the shared history, geography, and people who have inhabited these realms, offering a compelling look at the highest order of narrative recycling.
Offers readers a complete history of Cumberland Island combined with stunning photography and historical images. Richly illustrated with more than 250 colour and black-and-white photographs, it is a comprehensive history, from native occupation to the present.