Columbia, South Carolina: A History

by Alexia Jones Helsley

Columbia sits on hills overlooking the Congaree, Saluda and Broad Rivers. The name evokes sanctuary and the American spirit. Its central location in the state makes it the meeting place of the Upstate and the Lowcountry. The all-American city sprang from wilderness, frame buildings and unpaved streets and valiantly responded to the challenges of change. The city was created by the legislature to be the capital and reflects the "ambitions and fortunes" of South Carolina. Columbia is a diverse city that serves as an educational incubator, a magnet for immigrants, a military center and a place to celebrate the arts. Follow author Alexia Jones Helsley as she weaves together the strands of Columbia's long and eventful past.

176 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 9, 2015

Reviews

[Alan Lewis · Rating 4 out of 5]

Occasionally repetitive and disjointed, it is still a nice brief history of Columbia. A little background narrative for a non native.

[Kate · Rating 2 out of 5]

Enh. Useful historical information if you live in or want to learn about Columbia, SC; but felt disjointed an unorganized at times. Photos are a helpful addition.