Pat Conroy

Pat Conroy

In The Prince of Tides, Pat Conroy wrote: “My wound is geography. It also is my anchorage, my port of call.” Pat found his “home” in Beaufort, SC, now his final resting place and the location of a literary festival in his memory. So many of his fictional works depict his lowcountry experience and offer personal glimpses of his family (The Great Santini), his education (The Lords of Discipline), and his work (The Water is Wide). He passed away on March 4^th, perhaps leaving a message to keep “marching forth” and striving. His words and honesty remain a continuing influence.