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wrote on September 7, 2023
Simply put, I don't know where I would be without Pat Conroy. I first read The Great Santini during my sophomore year at the College of Charleston and I was hooked. Then, as I found myself totally isolated and away from Charleston during the early stags of the pandemic, Pat's description and stories of the lowcountry in South of Broad, Lords of Discipline and Beach Music provided an outlet for being far away from the city.
Pat's stories have given me such a rich perspective on the world and the relationships within it. He has shown me that turbulence and stubbornness often comes from a place of love. I will continue to carry these lessons with me throughout the rest of my life.
Pat's stories have given me such a rich perspective on the world and the relationships within it. He has shown me that turbulence and stubbornness often comes from a place of love. I will continue to carry these lessons with me throughout the rest of my life.
Agency Reply:
Dear Evan Scheinberg, indeed "turbulence comes from a place of love" This is throughout all Pat Conroy writing. Most of his life was "turbulent" and yet he mesmerized us with his masterpieces. Thank you for supporting his legacy; you are right here with all of us who will carry him as long as we ARE.