Edisto Island 1663 to 1860: Wild Eden to Cotton Aristocracy

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The book explores the rich history of Edisto Island, tracing its transformation from a native habitat of the Edisto Indians and diverse wildlife to a plantation society dominated by English and Scottish settlers and their African slaves. It highlights the island's flourishing economy before the Civil War, providing a deep dive into the cultural and historical significance of this South Carolina Lowcountry paradise. Charles Spencer's meticulous research makes it an essential read for anyone connected to Edisto.