The old South : A monograph by H. M. Hamill

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Author Hamill, H. M. (Howard Melancthon), 1847-1915
LoC No. 06016611
Title The old South : A monograph
Original Publication United States: Methodist Episcopal Church, 1904.
Note Reading ease score: 57.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The Old South: A Monograph" by H. M. Hamill, D.D. is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book reflects on the social, political, and cultural dynamics of the Old South, offering a perspective that seeks to contextualize its significance within American history. Intended as a reflection rather than a critical examination, it provides a nostalgic view of the values, traditions, and societal structures that characterized the antebellum South. In this monograph, Hamill recounts the complexities of life in the Old South, presenting an affectionate portrait of its social hierarchies, notably the relationships between the plantation aristocracy, non-slaveholding whites, and enslaved African Americans. He argues that the Old South's unique contributions to American liberty, governance, and culture were overlooked by contemporary critics. Hamill explores themes of honor, bloodlines, and the significance of social structures, celebrating a society that many members perceived as "Arcadian" and filled with genuine bonds, despite its moral controversies. Throughout the text, he expresses a longing for the past, framing the Old South's legacy as an important chapter in the narrative of American identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F206: United States local history: The South. South Atlantic States
Subject Slavery -- United States
Subject Southern States -- Intellectual life
Subject Southern States
Subject Southern States -- Social life and customs
Subject African Americans -- Southern States
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EBook-No. 70293
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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