From the beginning, South Carolina's history has been the story of the growth of a low-country aristocracy of wealth and political power and the gradual emergence of its opposition by the yeoman up country. Few states offer such rich materials for a popular history as this unique, American saga. Originally published in 1951. A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.