![]() ![]() This story is set in the colonial city of Charleston and brings together two of my interests: architecture and urbanism. What is surprising, and pleasantly so, is the circuitous route he takes to get us there.” Nor is it a shocker that this prolific author was inspired to write a book about Charleston in an attempt to get at the heart of what makes it special. ![]() ”It’s no surprise that architect and urbanist Witold Rybczynski fell under the spell of Charleston, S.C., one of the most beautiful cities in the United States. “An enjoyable series of mini-lessons in history, urbanism, and aesthetics that go down as easily as cool summer cocktails on a Charleston piazza.” Charleston Fancy teaches us this is still possible.” ![]() “It is in the search for beauty, the careful execution of each detail, that the ensemble of her buildings creates a city that is admired and loved. Winner of the 2020 Athenaeum of Philadelphia Literary Award. CHARLESTON FANCY Little Houses and Big Dreams in the Holy City ![]()
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