Statesmen Of The Old South: Or From Radicalism To Conservative Revolt (1911)

By William Edward Dodd

Book Overview

""Statesmen of the Old South: Or From Radicalism to Conservative Revolt"" is a historical book written by William E. Dodd in 1911. The book is a detailed account of the political history of the Southern United States from the period of Reconstruction to the early 20th century. The author provides a comprehensive analysis of the political ideologies that shaped the region during this time, focusing on the transition from radicalism to conservatism. Dodd explores the lives and careers of prominent Southern statesmen, including Jefferson Davis, Alexander H. Stephens, and Robert Toombs. He examines their political beliefs and actions, as well as the social and economic factors that influenced their decisions. Through this analysis, Dodd provides a nuanced understanding of the complex political landscape of the South during this period.The book also delves into the broader historical context of the time, including the impact of the Civil War on the region and the rise of industrialization in the United States. Dodd provides a critical perspective on the factors that contributed to the decline of the South's political power and influence in the national government.Overall, ""Statesmen of the Old South"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the political history of the Southern United States. It offers a detailed and insightful analysis of the complex political and social factors that shaped the region during a critical period in American history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163942391
• ISBN13: 9781163942390
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"