Publisher's Synopsis
St. Michael's Charleston, 1751-1951 is a historical book written by George Walton Williams. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of St. Michael's Episcopal Church in Charleston, South Carolina, from its founding in 1751 to its bicentennial celebration in 1951. The author traces the development of the church through the colonial period, the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the Reconstruction era. The book also covers the significant events that occurred in the church, including the construction of the present-day church building, the role of St. Michael's in the Charleston community, and the contributions of its members to the city's history. The author also includes biographical sketches of notable figures associated with St. Michael's, including Bishop Robert Smith, the first rector of the church, and John Rutledge, a signer of the United States Constitution. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Charleston, South Carolina, and the Episcopal Church in America.A Bicentennial Account Of St. Michael's, Its History And People, Its Design, Furniture, Churchyard, Rectory, Music, Organ, Bells, And Clock.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
