
What Reconstruction Meant: Historical Memory in the American South
par
Bruce E. Baker
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History
Format
Broché
Pages
248
Langue
Anglais
Publié
Dec 29, 2009
Éditeur
University of Virginia Press
Édition
Illustrated
ISBN-10
081392877X
ISBN-13
9780813928777
Description
In this insightful exploration of the post-Civil War period, Bruce E. Baker delves into the complex historical memory surrounding Reconstruction in the American South. He examines not only the political and social upheaval that characterized this era but also how those experiences have been remembered and represented over time. Through a critical lens, Baker unpacks the narratives formed around Reconstruction, highlighting how these stories shape contemporary identity and cultural understanding in the South.
Baker emphasizes the lasting impact of Reconstruction on Southern society, revealing how various groups, including politicians, historians, and citizens, have engaged with this period's legacy. He explores contrasting interpretations, shedding light on the tensions and conflicts that arise when confronting a shared history laden with trauma and triumph.
As he navigates through personal accounts, historical records, and cultural symbols, Baker invites readers to reconsider their understanding of the South's past. This work is not just about events that transpired; it's a profound inquiry into how memory molds meaning and perception in a region marked by complexity and contradiction.
Baker emphasizes the lasting impact of Reconstruction on Southern society, revealing how various groups, including politicians, historians, and citizens, have engaged with this period's legacy. He explores contrasting interpretations, shedding light on the tensions and conflicts that arise when confronting a shared history laden with trauma and triumph.
As he navigates through personal accounts, historical records, and cultural symbols, Baker invites readers to reconsider their understanding of the South's past. This work is not just about events that transpired; it's a profound inquiry into how memory molds meaning and perception in a region marked by complexity and contradiction.
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