Coastal Carolina History – David Stallman https://davidstallman.com Author of Historical Books Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:31:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://davidstallman.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/cropped-anchor-32x32.png Coastal Carolina History – David Stallman https://davidstallman.com 32 32 The Cotton Exchange, A Window Into Wilmington’s Past https://davidstallman.com/product/the-cotton-exchange-a-window-into-wilmingtons-past/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-cotton-exchange-a-window-into-wilmingtons-past https://davidstallman.com/product/the-cotton-exchange-a-window-into-wilmingtons-past/#respond Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:25:34 +0000 https://davidstallman.com/product/the-cotton-exchange-a-window-into-wilmingtons-past/ A photographic journey through Wilmington history.

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]]> Using historic photographs and narrative storytelling, Stallman examines the legacy of the Cotton Exchange in Wilmington, North Carolina. The book invites readers to step back into a pivotal era in Southern commerce and culture, revealing how this iconic institution influenced economic development, community life, and regional identity.

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]]> A foundational work in coastal North Carolina history, Echoes of Topsail captures the essence of Topsail Island through the voices, memories, and traditions of its residents. Drawing on years of interviews and research, Stallman presents the island’s transformation over generations—its folklore, challenges, growth, and enduring character—making this book both a historical record and a tribute to community identity.

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