Maxine Howard

I am a child of the ’60s, the first of the Baby Boomers; born in the Great Northwest and raised by parents who migrated from Arkansas. Charles McPherson’s story is the voice of many children born and raised in the south and many others like me, whose parents sent us “home” to southern style living every summer. His book talks about this southern living filled with family love, dirt roads, well water, tub baths, hard work, and a passion to strive. South of Charleston – the Journey is a must-read to refresh your soul if you grew up in the south or spent your summer’s down south from Northern cities. If you are just courteous about how black folks love and endure – read it – if you want to hear a heartfelt tale about following your dreams, read it – if you want to learn something about the soul of a man, read it, if you want to survive in today’s world, read it. “South of Charleston -The Journey” will not disappoint and is a good way to rekindle hope if you are just beginning on your life’s journey.