True Places is an emotionally charged photographic documentary of the lives of evangelical pastor Floyd Knowlin and his close-knit African American congregations who live; work; and worship in a rural stretch of coastal South Carolina.For more than a decade photographer Stanley F. Lanzano has immersed himself in the daily practices of this community in Williamsburg and Georgetown counties; befriending Reverend Knowlin and becoming a welcomed part of his extended church family. The respectful relationship that Lanzano has forged with his subjects and the trust that they have extended to him shines through in the eighty-three black-and-white and eight color photographs included here; illustrating a vibrant coastal subculture rarely witnessed by outsiders.Many of Lanzanos photographs document services and church revivals; conveying the great joy; sorrow; and fervor of these meetings while highlighting Knowlins captivating persona. Lanzano also grants us glimpses into baptisms in the murky; still waters of lowcountry South Carolina rivers. Beyond the church he takes us into the private homes and lives of Knowlins flock; many of whom are of Gullah descent and keep elements of this heritage alive in their daily practices. Collectively these images show a society in transition; where pain and grief are juxtaposed with redemption and bliss.Lanzanos narrative of his meeting Reverend Knowlin and his continuing relationship with Knowlins community is a tale of self-discovery. It is also a testament to the power of faith in the lives of often forgotten South Carolinians. It is a rarity for a photographer to be granted such unlimited access into these communities. Through these images Lanzano creates with the utmost reverence and respect a powerful record of the hardships and hopes he witnessed among Knowlins congregations to preserve their legacy and to share their inspirational attitude toward life in these true places.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Great value for a introduction to the science of musical ...By John GaleGreat value for a introduction to the science of musical sound. Its five sections covers the basic physics of sound production; hearing and harmony; musical instruments; electronic sound systems; and acoustical architecture in a concise manner but with good content for its over 400 pages. I particularly liked the inclusion of the appendices which patiently explain basic physical principles and underlying math. There are questions with selected answers so that the text can be used in class. The book dates from 1980; so technology has moved on here and there; but much is time-independent. A handy; affordable volume; well printed by Dover in 2014 ; unabridged.2 of 8 people found the following review helpful. Good older text in acousticsBy Michael A. DuvernoisIve never used this book for a class; but would recommend it as a different; albeit older; treatment of the subject. Perfect in a library of acoustics texts.