Publisher's Synopsis
The South and the Nation: A History of American Democracy by George H. Slappey is a comprehensive study of the relationship between the American South and the rest of the nation throughout the history of American democracy. The book examines the complex and often tumultuous interactions between the South and the rest of the country, exploring the ways in which the South's unique culture, economy, and politics have shaped the broader American experience.Slappey begins by tracing the origins of the South's distinctive identity, from its colonial roots to its emergence as a major force in American politics in the 19th century. He then explores the ways in which the South's history has intersected with the broader history of American democracy, examining the impact of slavery, the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the Civil Rights Movement on the region and the nation as a whole.Throughout the book, Slappey pays particular attention to the ways in which the South's relationship with the rest of the country has been shaped by issues of race, class, and power. He explores the ways in which the South has both challenged and reinforced the dominant political and cultural norms of American democracy, and he offers a nuanced and complex understanding of the region's role in shaping the nation's history.Overall, The South and the Nation is a rich and insightful exploration of one of the most important and complex relationships in American history. It is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of American democracy and the role that the South has played in shaping it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
