Emily Matchar

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Georgia & the Carolinas. Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from relaxing on the beaches of Hilton Head Island, to paddling along the inky-black swamp in Congaree National Park, and feasting on fresh seafood and shellfish in Charleston. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Georgia & the Carolinas travel guide:Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Georgia & the Carolinas and connect experiences together with easeCreate your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passionsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights and expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; accessibility; and responsible travelConnect with Georgia & the Carolinas culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of SavannahCovers: Atlanta; Savannah & Coastal Georgia; North Georgia; Augusta & South Georgia; Charleston & South Carolina; Charlotte & the Triangle; Coastal North Carolina; North Carolina Mountains; Great Smoky Mountains National ParkCreate a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Georgia & the Carolinas.

A poignant multigenerational Jewish family saga inspired by remarkable, yet little-known, true events that shaped America's history. Nestled in the hills of West Virginia lies White Sulphur Springs, home to the Greenbrier Resort. Long a playground for presidents and film stars, the Greenbrier has its own gravitational pull. Over ten decades, four generations of the Zelner family must grapple with their place in its shadow . . . and within their own family. In 1942, young mother Sylvia is desperate to escape her stifling marriage, especially when it means co-running Zelner's general store with her husband. When the Greenbrier is commandeered for use as a luxury prison, Sylvia finds her fidelity strained and her heart on the line. Seventeen years later, Sylvia's daughter, Doree, struggles to fit in, eagerly awaiting the day she'll leave for college and meet a nice Jewish boy. But when a handsome stranger comes to town and her brother Alan's curiosity puts him and Sylvia at risk, Doree is torn between loyalty and desire. An immersive family saga rich with historical detail, In the Shadow of the Greenbrier explores the inevitable clash between past and future and the extraordinary moments in ordinary lives.

Emily Matchar offers a smart, measured investigation into the cultural, social, and economic implications of a return to domesticity in this fascinating book "chock-full of historical context, strong research and compelling personal stories" (Christian