Ron Roth Knihy

Ron Roth, a former Roman Catholic priest, emphasizes a universal approach to spirituality, advocating for personal connections with Divinity. After twenty-five years in the clergy, he guides others towards healing and enlightenment, asserting that these experiences are accessible to everyone. His teachings focus on love and inclusivity, inspiring individuals to explore their spiritual paths.

The book delves into the pivotal events of the Civil War era that unfolded in the South Carolina Lowcountry, highlighting the intense conflict between Charleston and Savannah. It chronicles significant moments, such as Robert Barnwell Rhett's provocative 1844 speech advocating for secession and the Confederate forces' final efforts to resist Sherman's advance. Through these narratives, the book captures the region's tumultuous struggle and the profound impact of war on its communities.

Roth’s poetry captures the American meditation. His nostalgia is one always of homecoming, of warm embrace, of the return of those memories of light that so often guide us in our wandering. His writing insists that these memories will go on beyond our taking part in them, for they are “remnants of a perfect life.”—Isaac Oplanic, poet, South Carolina BardsThese are necessary poems—tender, perceptive homages to family. They celebrate the myriad beauties of this world. . . .In each poem, Ron Roth brings to us a keen eye and sharp ear.—Susan Meyers, winner of the South Carolina Poetry Book PrizeIn these well-turned poems, Ron Roth explores the many layers of meaning and memory that lay beneath the surface beauty of any landscape. Roth does a beautiful job of bringing lost worlds into vivid focus in a way that inhabits the world of today, creating a “delicate clamor” of timelessness.—William L. Ramsey, author of DilemmaRon Roth’s poetry is sharply descriptive, rhythmically alive, and inviting. He is indeed a very gifted poet whose subjects deal often and compassionately with family.—Ronald Moran, author of The Jane Poems

Exploring the complexities of love, this collection of short stories delves into poignant moments in the lives of men and women. A grieving widow clings to her husband's ashes, while an art museum curator forms a connection with a depressed woman amidst the beauty of art. A terminally ill man reflects on cherished memories with his wife as he confronts his mortality. Through graceful and empathetic storytelling, the narratives reveal both the possibilities and limitations of love, capturing its profound impact on human experiences.