Goodbye to a State

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The poems and photographs in this collection capture not just a state but a profound state of mind. For decades, the author journeyed through South Carolina's backroads, immersing in the emotions and thoughts of its diverse inhabitants—gracious, troublesome, alarming, and deeply rooted. Here, love and hate, ignorance and gentility engage in a complex dance, where time and change linger. South Carolina, like other states, has its official symbols: state song, bird, nickname, and more. However, this collection reveals that every state, including this one, embodies a kind of schizophrenia—a disconnection between thought, emotion, and behavior, leading to distorted perceptions and reactions. Such complexities are best explored through a blend of raw poetry and intimate photographs. The book invites readers on an intellectual journey through the state’s history, from the gentle foothills of the Upcountry to the ambitious politicians of the Midlands, and finally to the relaxed Lowcountry. If life is indeed a tapestry of memories, this volume provides a rich exploration of historical insight, revelation, and ultimately, truth.