The Creed of the Old South 1865-1915 (eBook)

Basil L. Gildersleeve (Autor)

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2022
56 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654713734-4 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Creed of the Old South 1865-1915," Basil L. Gildersleeve offers a nuanced examination of Southern identity in the aftermath of the Civil War. Through a blend of historical analysis and literary critique, Gildersleeve articulates the complex beliefs and values that shaped the cultural landscape of the American South during this transformative period. His eloquent prose reflects a meticulous scholarship that navigates the intersections of history, literature, and regionalism, revealing how the South grappled with its legacy and forged a new creed rooted in myth, memory, and social structure. Gildersleeve, an esteemed scholar and classical philologist, was deeply engaged in the cultural debates of his time. His Southern upbringing and education informed his insights into the regional psyche, motivating him to address the evolving narratives of Southern society. Drawing upon his extensive experience in literature and linguistics, Gildersleeve's work reflects a profound understanding of the sociopolitical shifts occurring in the post-war South, providing a critical lens through which to view contemporary Southern thought. This book is essential for scholars of American history and literature, as well as those seeking to understand the enduring implications of Southern identity. Gildersleeve's eloquent prose and thoughtful analysis invite readers to reflect on the legacy of the Old South, making it a crucial addition to the canon of Southern studies.

Autor

Basil Lantagne Gildersleeve (October 23, 1831 – January 9, 1924) was an American classicist and scholar renowned for his contributions to the field of Greek and Latin literature, philology, and the study of classical languages. He was a significant intellectual figure in the post-Civil War United States. A Maryland native, Gildersleeve completed his undergraduate studies at Princeton and pursued further education in Germany at the universities of Bonn, Göttingen, and Berlin. He was particularly influenced by the rigorous methodologies of German scholarship, which he later incorporated into his own academic work (Gildersleeve & Quinn, 1987). Returning to the United States, he served as a professor at the University of Virginia for nearly two decades before accepting a position at Johns Hopkins University, where he remained until his retirement. Gildersleeve was a Confederate supporter, and his experiences as a Civil War soldier deeply influenced his writing, including his reflection on Southern identity in 'The Creed of the Old South 1865-1915'. His lifelong dedication to classical studies was evident in his editorial work for the 'American Journal of Philology', a publication he founded and used as a platform to elevate the standards of classical scholarship in America. Gildersleeve's enduring impact is captured in the rigor of his scholarly work and the advancement of classical studies in the United States (Rogers, 2001).

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 31.7.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Allgemeines / Lexika
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 1861-1865 • 19th Century American History • 19th-century beliefs • 19th century Southern perspectives • 431-404 B.C. • American historical essays • Antebellum period study • authoritative study • Basil L. Gildersleeve writings • Civil War • Civil War aftermath study • Civil War history literature • Confederacy legacy examination • Confederate States culture • Cultural Identity • cultural landscape reflection • Gildersleeve's scholarly insights • Greece • Historical Analysis • Historical narrative critique • historical Southern beliefs • History • Intellectual history • Legacy of the Old South • Old South narratives • Peloponnesian War • Philosophy of the South • postbellum cultural analysis • postbellum southern united states • post-Civil War • Reconstruction era reflections • regional identity development • Southern Culture • Southern identity exploration • Southern intellectualism • Southern tradition and change • United States