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Hamill, H. M. (Howard Melancthon)
1847
1915
Hamill, Howard Melancthon
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The old South : $b A monograph
$aUnited States :$bMethodist Episcopal Church, $c1904.
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"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.)
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Reading ease score: 57.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Slavery -- United States
Southern States -- Intellectual life
Southern States
Southern States -- Social life and customs
African Americans -- Southern States
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