Confederate Reckoning by Stephanie McCurry
Power and Politics in the Civil War South
This historical analysis delves into the internal dynamics of the Confederate States during the American Civil War, highlighting the critical roles played by women and enslaved people in shaping the course of the conflict. It examines how these marginalized groups challenged the Confederate government, demanding recognition and rights, which ultimately exposed the inherent contradictions and weaknesses within the Confederacy's social and political structures. The narrative reveals how the struggle for power and legitimacy within the Confederacy was not only a battle against the Union but also an internal reckoning with its own societal values and hierarchies.
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- Published
- 2010
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 432
- Original Language
- English
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