From Yeoman to Redneck in the South Carolina Upcountry, 1850-1915
작성자
Stephen A. West
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Action & Adventure
History
형식
하드커버
페이지
288
언어
영어
출판됨
May 15, 2008
출판사
University of Virginia Press
판
First Edition
ISBN-10
0813926998
ISBN-13
9780813926995
설명
Stephen A. West delves into the transformative social and cultural landscape of the South Carolina Upcountry from the mid-19th century to the early 20th century. Through meticulous research, West paints a vivid portrait of a society in flux, tracing the evolution of its inhabitants from hardworking yeomen to individuals often branded as "rednecks." This shift symbolizes a broader narrative of class, identity, and regional pride that played a critical role in shaping the Southern experience.
West's exploration uncovers the complexities of life in this era, emphasizing the interplay between economic changes, social dynamics, and racial tensions that defined the region's identity. Readers are guided through personal stories and historical events, revealing how these factors contributed to an evolving sense of self in a post-Civil War society. The narrative is both a reflection on the past and a commentary on the lasting impacts of these transformations in contemporary Southern culture.
West's exploration uncovers the complexities of life in this era, emphasizing the interplay between economic changes, social dynamics, and racial tensions that defined the region's identity. Readers are guided through personal stories and historical events, revealing how these factors contributed to an evolving sense of self in a post-Civil War society. The narrative is both a reflection on the past and a commentary on the lasting impacts of these transformations in contemporary Southern culture.
