Pictures of Southern Life, Social, Political, and Military. by Russell
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"Pictures of Southern Life, Social, Political, and Military" by William Howard Russell is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work provides a contemporary snapshot of Southern society during the tumultuous period leading up to the American Civil War, offering insights into the social, political, and military sentiments of that time. Russell presents observations gathered during his travels through Southern states, particularly focusing on South Carolina and Georgia, and
sheds light on the attitudes of the inhabitants towards the North and their views on independence. The opening of the book introduces Russell's firsthand experiences in Charleston, South Carolina, shortly after the secession from the Union. He describes conversations with Southern gentlemen who express a strong disdain for Northern states, attributing their troubles to "Puritanism" while simultaneously longing for a return to monarchical rule reminiscent of British governance. Russell highlights the intense animosity and polarization between the North and South, as evidenced by the fervor of Southern pride and the desire for independence. He sets the stage for further exploration of the region's social dynamics, military preparations, and the complex emotions surrounding slavery and state rights as the narrative unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Russell, William Howard, Sir, 1820-1907 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 02011244 |
| Title | Pictures of Southern Life, Social, Political, and Military. |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F206: United States local history: The South. South Atlantic States |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 |
| Subject | Confederate States of America |
| Subject | Confederate States of America -- Social life and customs |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 40727 |
| Release Date | Sep 10, 2012 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 442 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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