Books by "Henry Woodfin Grady"
9 books found
Normal0falsefalsefalseMicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Figures of protection and security are everywhere in American public discourse, from the protection of privacy or civil liberties to the protection of marriage or the unborn, and from social security to homeland security. Liberalism and the Culture of Security traces a crucial paradox in historical and contemporary notions of citizenship: in a liberal democratic culture that imagines its citizens as self-reliant, autonomous, and inviolable, the truth is that claims for citizenship—particularly for marginalized groups such as women and slaves—have just as often been made in the name of vulnerability and helplessness. Katherine Henry traces this turn back to the eighteenth-century opposition of liberty and tyranny, which imagined our liberties as being in danger of violation by the forces of tyranny and thus in need of protection. She examines four particular instances of this rhetorical pattern. The first chapters show how women’s rights and antislavery activists in the antebellum era exploited the contradictions that arose from the liberal promise of a protected citizenry: first by focusing primarily on arguments over slavery in the 1850s that invoke the Declaration of Independence, including Harriet Beecher Stowe’s fiction and Frederick Douglass’s “Fourth of July” speech; and next by examining Angelina Grimké’s brief but intense antislavery speaking career in the 1830s. New conditions after the Civil War and Emancipation changed the way arguments about civic inclusion and exclusion could be advanced. Henry considers the issue of African American citizenship in the 1880s and 1890s, focusing on the mainstream white Southern debate over segregation and the specter of a tyrannical federal government, and then turning to Frances E. W. Harper’s fictional account of African American citizenship in Iola Leroy. Finally, Henry examines Henry James’s 1886 novel The Bostonians, in which arguments over the appropriate role of women and the proper place of the South in post–Civil War America are played out as a contest between Olive Chancellor and Basil ransom for control over the voice of the eloquent girl Verena Tarrant.
In "Marse Henry, Complete," Henry Watterson presents a vivid tapestry of Southern life during the post-Civil War era, blending autobiography with rich anecdotes and historical commentary. This collection showcases Watterson's eloquent prose, characterized by a blend of humor and poignancy that captures the complexities of the American South. The work, written in a distinctively personal and conversational style, offers readers insight into the cultural milieu of the time, illuminated by Watterson's keen observations and engaging storytelling. It stands as both a personal memoir and a reflection on the socio-political landscape of his day, making it a crucial text for understanding Southern identity in the aftermath of Reconstruction. Henry Watterson, a prominent journalist and editor, was a voice of the South whose experiences deeply informed his writings. Born in 1840, he witnessed first-hand the tumult of the Civil War and its repercussions on Southern society. His career, spanning journalism and politics, reflects his commitment to the region, as Watterson sought to define and defend its identity through his work, making "Marse Henry" an important culmination of his lifelong engagement with Southern themes and narratives. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, Southern culture, and the intricacies of personal narrative. Watterson's unique blend of humor, regret, and insight will resonate with contemporary readers and scholars alike, offering a lens into a pivotal moment in the nation's past that continues to shape its future. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions. - A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation. - A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists. - A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths. - Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts. - Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.