Charleston: Race, Water, and the Coming Storm

Charleston: The Unflinching Look at a Beautiful, Endangered City Discover the untold story of Charleston, South Carolina - a city steeped in history and beauty, yet facing an uncertain future due to rising sea levels and increasingly severe storms.

This gripping book takes you on a journey through the tumultuous recent past and into the heart of the city's precarious present, revealing the escalating risk faced by its residents and the lack of planning to ensure their safety. With a unique blend of science, narrative history, and personal stories, Charleston chronicles the struggles and triumphs of a city that has played a central role in America's painful racial history for centuries.

Meet Rev.

Joseph Darby, a well-regarded Black minister with a powerful voice across the city and region who is acutely aware of the challenges facing Charleston. More than just a beautiful travel guide, Charleston is a call to action - a reminder that the fate of this beloved city and countless others like it hangs in the balance.

Will you answer the call to protect Charleston and its residents?