New book explores Jacksonville's Gullah Geechee Heritage

Started by thelakelander, February 08, 2026, 09:00:14 PM

thelakelander

QuoteIn his first book since 2014, Jaxson co-owner Ennis Davis has collaborated with urban planner and historian Adrienne Burke to highlight the story of Jacksonville's Gullah Geechee Heritage. Preorder your copy of Jacksonville's Gullah Geechee Heritage today.



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"A man who views the world the same at 50 as he did at 20 has wasted 30 years of his life." - Muhammad Ali

Charles Hunter

Glad to see it will be available in local bookstores. Any possibility of an author-signing event at one - say, Resistance or San Marco?

thelakelander

Yes, dates have not been set but I'm sure there will be some book signing opportunities in the future.
"A man who views the world the same at 50 as he did at 20 has wasted 30 years of his life." - Muhammad Ali

Ken_FSU

Congrats Ennis (+ Adrienne)!

Looking forward to check it out!

BridgeTroll

In a boat at sea one of the men began to bore a hole in the bottom of the boat. On being remonstrating with, he answered, "I am only boring under my own seat." "Yes," said his companions, "but when the sea rushes in we shall all be drowned with you."

Tacachale

Do you believe that when the blue jay or another bird sings and the body is trembling, that is a signal that people are coming or something important is about to happen?

thelakelander

Thanks! So much research has been done over the years that the time came to package it up as another way for people to learn and experience the history.
"A man who views the world the same at 50 as he did at 20 has wasted 30 years of his life." - Muhammad Ali