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Origins of Southern Radicalism: The South Carolina Upcountry, 1800-1860

Lacy K. Ford Jr.
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Origins of Southern Radicalism: The South Carolina Upcountry, 1800-1860

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1988

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Lacy K. Ford Jr.

Origins of Southern Radicalism: The South Carolina Upcountry, 1800-1860

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1988
Book Details
Pages

432

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

South Carolina Upcountry • 1800s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

1988

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1710L

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Lacy K. Ford Jr.'s Origins of Southern Radicalism: The South Carolina Upcountry, 1800-1860 examines the economic and social transformations in South Carolina's upcountry, exploring how agrarian communities evolved and contributed to radical political movements. The book delves into the complex interplay of class, economy, and identity during this formative period in Southern history.

Informative

Challenging

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

3.8

32 ratings

63%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Origins of Southern Radicalism: The South Carolina Upcountry, 1800-1860 by Lacy K. Ford Jr. is praised for its thorough research and detailed analysis of socio-political shifts in the South Carolina upcountry. Some critiques note its dense academic style, making it less accessible to general readers. Overall, it provides valuable insights into regional radicalism prior to the Civil War.

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Who Should Read Origins of Southern Radicalism: The South Carolina Upcountry, 1800-1860?

A reader interested in Origins of Southern Radicalism: The South Carolina Upcountry, 1800-1860 by Lacy K. Ford Jr. would likely enjoy Southern history, socioeconomic transformations, and political radicalism. Comparable works include The Impending Crisis by David M. Potter and Roll, Jordan, Roll by Eugene D. Genovese.

3.8

32 ratings

63%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

432

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

South Carolina Upcountry • 1800s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

1988

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1710L

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