Slavery Defended: the Views of THE OLD South

The book is in fair condition. The dust jacket shows significant wear, including edge tears, but remains intact. The hardcover is sturdy, and the binding is secure. There are no inscriptions or library markings, and the pages are clean and unmarked. ##

"Slavery Defended: The Views of the Old South," edited by Eric L. McKitrick, was published by Prentice-Hall, Inc. in 1963. This edition, printed in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, is a hardcover edition that delves into the historical perspectives of the Southern United States regarding slavery. McKitrick, an Associate Professor of History at Columbia University, compiles a range of historical viewpoints, providing insight into the ideological underpinnings of the Old South. This book is particularly valuable for historians and those interested in Southern studies, offering a comprehensive examination of pro-slavery arguments from a historical context. The book is not a first edition, as indicated by the number line, and it does not contain any signatures or inscriptions. Its condition is fair, with a worn dust jacket showing edge tears, but the binding remains intact. ##