Ante Bellum: Southern Life As It Was (1868)

Ante Bellum: Southern Life As It Was is a historical non-fiction book written by Mary Lennox and originally published in 1868. The book provides a detailed and vivid account of life in the American South before the Civil War, commonly referred to as the Antebellum period. Lennox covers a wide range of topics, including the social hierarchy, plantation life, slavery, religion, education, and the economy. The author draws upon her own personal experiences and observations as a resident of the South to provide readers with an intimate and authentic portrayal of the region and its people. The book also includes anecdotes and stories from other residents of the South, providing a diverse and nuanced perspective on life in the region. The book is considered an important primary source for historians studying the Antebellum period and provides valuable insight into the cultural, social, and economic factors that contributed to the outbreak of the Civil War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.