Excerpt from The Prostrate State: South Carolina Under Negro Government
Method by which it seems to me its Africaniza~ tion can be prevented, and suggested some of the considerations which should inspire an effort to prevent such a result. But it may turn out that there is a wide difference between what can be done and what will be done. The white people of South Carolina may permit what they might prevent. The decision of the case rests mainly with them. But their course in the present crisis of their fortunes is not a matter of interest to themselves alone; it deeply concerns the people of the other States, and it is their attention that I invoke to the following exposition. The facts challenge the thoughtful consideration of every man who does not believe that our political sys.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book paints a vivid portrait of South Carolina's political landscape during the Reconstruction era, offering a firsthand account of the state's dramatic transformation following the Civil War and the abolition of slavery. The author, present during a legislative session in 1873, describes the newly empowered Black majority taking the reins of government, and the complex dynamics between Black and white citizens navigating this unprecedented reality. Through detailed observations of legislative proceedings and insightful conversations with both Black and white South Carolinians, the author explores the challenges and opportunities presented by this societal shift. The book delves into themes of political corruption, racial prejudice, and the struggle for equality, offering a nuanced perspective on the anxieties and aspirations of a state in flux. Ultimately, this book provides a window into a pivotal moment in American history, raising critical questions about the meaning of political power, the legacy of slavery, and the possibilities for genuine social change. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780243031559_0
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