The South Will Rise Again Memoirs of a Son of the South

2013-07-30

Author : C. W. Arnold
Release : 2013-07-30
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Download or read book The South Will Rise Again Memoirs of a Son of the South written by C. W. Arnold. This book was released on 2013-07-30. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Campbell, a man in his thirties questioning his contributions in this life has a meeting with an elderly James Conner. Conner takes him back to the early part of the 20th century telling of his youth in the Carolina's and at a Southern military academy. Later he reveals the difficulties he faced by crossing racial lines with his lifelong love, and his relationship with an aristocratic grandfather whose involvement with a secret organization that's sole purpose is wealth, power and keeping the dream of Southern independence alive. From the shadows the conspiracy broadens, and a split within the organization unveils a rogue group led by a rival family, the Whittington's, who threaten to unseat the Conner's and change history for us all. Compelled to know more Campbell becomes drawn into his story and eventually becomes part of it.

The Collected Memoirs of the Civil War Leaders

2022-11-13 History

Author : Raphael Semmes
Release : 2022-11-13
Genre : History
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Download or read book The Collected Memoirs of the Civil War Leaders written by Raphael Semmes. This book was released on 2022-11-13. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DigiCat presents to you the collection of Civil War memoires, diaries and journals. This meticulous selection of the firsthand accounts, memoirs and diaries is specially comprised for Civil War enthusiasts and all people curious about the personal accounts and true life stories of the key personalities of the Civil War including Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses Grant, William Sherman, Jefferson Davis, Raphael Semmes and many more. Contents: History of Civil War, 1861-1865 Leaders & Commanders of the Union Abraham Lincoln Ulysses S. Grant Charles Anderson Dana William Tecumseh Sherman Philip Henry Sheridan John Beatty John Alexander Logan Thomas Wentworth Higginson Lemuel Abijah Abbott Leaders & Commanders of the Confederation Jefferson Davis – A Short History of the Confederate States of America James Longstreet Raphael Semmes Gilbert Moxley Sorrel Richard "Dick" Taylor Isaac Hermann John Singleton Mosby Heros Von Borcke

Where the Light Fell

2023-03-14 Biography & Autobiography

Author : Philip Yancey
Release : 2023-03-14
Genre : Biography & Autobiography
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Download or read book Where the Light Fell written by Philip Yancey. This book was released on 2023-03-14. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this searing meditation on the bonds of family and the allure of extremist faith, one of today’s most celebrated Christian writers recounts his unexpected journey from a strict fundamentalist upbringing to a life of compassion and grace—a revelatory memoir that “invites comparison to Hillbilly Elegy” (Publishers Weekly, starred review). “Searing, heartrending . . . This stunning tale reminds us that the only way to keep living is to ask God for the impossible: love, forgiveness, and hope.”—Kate Bowler, New York Times bestselling author of Everything Happens for a Reason Raised by an impoverished widow who earned room and board as a Bible teacher in 1950s Atlanta, Philip Yancey and his brother, Marshall, found ways to venture out beyond the confines of their eight-foot-wide trailer. But when Yancey was in college, he uncovered a shocking secret about his father’s death—a secret that began to illuminate the motivations that drove his mother to extreme, often hostile religious convictions and a belief that her sons had been ordained for a divine cause. Searching for answers, Yancey dives into his family origins, taking us on an evocative journey from the backwoods of the Bible Belt to the bustling streets of Philadelphia; from trailer parks to church sanctuaries; from family oddballs to fire-and-brimstone preachers and childhood awakenings through nature, music, and literature. In time, the weight of religious and family pressure sent both sons on opposite paths—one toward healing from the impact of what he calls a “toxic faith,” the other into a self-destructive spiral. Where the Light Fell is a gripping family narrative set against a turbulent time in post–World War II America, shaped by the collision of Southern fundamentalism with the mounting pressures of the civil rights movement and Sixties-era forces of social change. In piecing together his fragmented personal history and his search for redemption, Yancey gives testament to the enduring power of our hunger for truth and the possibility of faith rooted in grace instead of fear. “I truly believe this is the one book I was put on earth to write,” says Yancey. “So many of the strands from my childhood—racial hostility, political division, culture wars—have resurfaced in modern form. Looking back points me forward.”

Son of the Rough South

2005-05-10 Biography & Autobiography

Author : Karl Fleming
Release : 2005-05-10
Genre : Biography & Autobiography
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Download or read book Son of the Rough South written by Karl Fleming. This book was released on 2005-05-10. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Legendary civil rights reporter Karl Fleming was born in North Carolina's flattest, bleakest tobacco landscape. Raised in a Methodist orphanage during the Great Depression, he was isolated from much of the world around him until an early newspaper job introduced him to the era's brutal racial politics and a subsequent posting as Newsweek's lead civil rights reporter took him to the South's hotspots throughout the 1960s: James Meredith's enrollment at the University of Mississipi, the 1963 Birmingham church bombing, the assassination of Medgar Evers, the murders of three civil rights workers in Philadelphia, Mississippi, and more. On May 17, 1966, Fleming was beaten by black rioters on the streets of Los Angeles. Newsweek covered the incident in their next issue, and here's what they wrote: "That he was beaten by Negroes in the streets of Watts was a cruel irony. Fleming had covered the landmark battles of the Negro revolt from Albany, Ga., to Oxford, Miss., to Birmingham, Ala., and numberless way stations whose names are now all but forgotten.... No journalist was more closely tuned into the Movement; once when a Newsweek Washington correspondent asked the Justice Department to name some Dixie hot spots, the Justice man replied, ‘Ask Fleming. That's what we do.'" In Son of the Rough South, Fleming has delivered a stunning, revealing memoir of all the worlds he knew, black, white, violent, and cloistered — and a deeply moving read for anyone interested in any rough South.

The Memoirs of the Civil War Commanders

2023-12-10 History

Author : Raphael Semmes
Release : 2023-12-10
Genre : History
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Download or read book The Memoirs of the Civil War Commanders written by Raphael Semmes. This book was released on 2023-12-10. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'The Memoirs of the Civil War Commanders', the reader is presented with a rare anthology that encapsulates the complex tapestry of the American Civil War through the personal narratives of its key figures. Spanning a diverse array of literary styles from detailed military accounts to poignant personal reflections, this collection provides an unparalleled window into the strategic, ethical, and human dimensions of the war. The diversity of viewpoints and writing styles highlights the multifaceted nature of the conflict, with each memoir bringing its unique insight into the motivations, challenges, and repercussions faced by these historical figures and their troops during one of America's most turbulent periods. The backgrounds of the contributing authorsRaphael Semmes, Abraham Lincoln, Jefferson Davis, William Sherman, Ulysses Grantare as diverse as their roles in the Civil War. From the President of the Confederacy to the Union's leading generals and a notorious Confederate naval commander, each brings a distinct perspective informed by their unique experiences and collective contributions. This mix of voices reflects the rich tapestry of American society during the mid-19th century and provides a nuanced understanding of the various ideological, military, and personal factors that influenced the course of the war. 'The Memoirs of the Civil War Commanders' is a must-read for anyone interested in the intricacies of American history, military strategy, or the personal trials and triumphs of leadership in times of crisis. By bringing together these disparate narratives into a single volume, the anthology offers a unique opportunity to explore the Civil War from multiple viewpoints, fostering a deeper appreciation of the complexities and contradictions of this defining period in American history. It invites readers to delve beneath the surface of historical events to grasp the human element of warfare, making it an essential addition to the library of scholars, history enthusiasts, and anyone with a passion for understanding the past through the eyes of those who shaped it.

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