From Library Journal
This volume brings up to date the story of blacks on a sea island begun in the first edition published over 20 years ago ( LJ 5/15/67). The author and his wife lived on Johns Island for two years, 1963-65, collecting folk songs (many of which are included) and interviewing the inhabitants. They have continued to return since then. The result is a detailed record of a way of life that is falling victim to the ravages of time.-- MR
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Review
"A detailed record of a way of life that is falling victim to the ravages of time."--Library Journal
"The authors have richly captured not only the traditional warmth, folk wisdom, and spirit of the Johns Islanders, but also the courage with which they prepare to meet the future."--New York Times Book Review
"There is no part of the United States where black people developed or preserved a richer or more authentic cultural life. . . . This is still a wonderful book that conveys some of the joy and solemnity of the old sea island life. . . . That way of life is now giving over to the well-intentioned arts of progress, but as long as their faith endures, they will still be a people."--Chronicles of Culture
"The book lets the islanders speak for themselves about their culture, where they have been and where thay are going. And it is elegant. . . . It is a must read for serious students of southern history, culture, and social change."--Knoxville News-Sentinel
