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Southern by the Grace of God
You've heard the phrase: American by Birth - Southern by the Grace of God. And now comes a book that reminds us of the glory of being Southern! Just when you thought the liberal press had succeeded in grinding us into the ground with their barrage of derogatory patter, a glimmer of hope emerges, and Southerners are once again discovering that being Southern is a good thing after all-just like it used to be!
If you are proud of your Southern heritage, you'll rejoice in Southern by the Grace of God. Many of us are proud to be Southern, but we don't know just why. Since Southern history has been purged from the textbooks that children study today, our youth have little conception of a heritage. Even some of us that are older are not well grounded in it either.
The author has gathered together the elements of our heritage and gives us a short course in our splendid legacy. It could be called a "handbook for Southerners." The entire South is reflected in this work, from Oklahoma to Virginia, from Texas to Florida. There is no other book like it on the market today .
Some features you'll find: * Biographical Sketches and Photos of Seven Confederate Heroes * A Section on Southern Folklore * 200 Old Photographs from 1853 through 1919 * A Humorous Southern Dictionary for Helping Yankees Better Understand Us * A Chapter about the War Between the States * A Genealogical Bonanza * The Real Story of Reconstruction * A Look at Why Southerners Are Special * Recommended Reading List
If you are proud of your Southern heritage, you'll rejoice in Southern by the Grace of God. Many of us are proud to be Southern, but we don't know just why. Since Southern history has been purged from the textbooks that children study today, our youth have little conception of a heritage. Even some of us that are older are not well grounded in it either.
The author has gathered together the elements of our heritage and gives us a short course in our splendid legacy. It could be called a "handbook for Southerners." The entire South is reflected in this work, from Oklahoma to Virginia, from Texas to Florida. There is no other book like it on the market today .
Some features you'll find: * Biographical Sketches and Photos of Seven Confederate Heroes * A Section on Southern Folklore * 200 Old Photographs from 1853 through 1919 * A Humorous Southern Dictionary for Helping Yankees Better Understand Us * A Chapter about the War Between the States * A Genealogical Bonanza * The Real Story of Reconstruction * A Look at Why Southerners Are Special * Recommended Reading List
592 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 1988
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June 11, 2021
So far, I'm on pg 35...
As a proud Southerner, one who feels the pride Grissom describes in his book, I've always wondered why I've felt uneasy about it. Having studied US history in-depth, the differences between North and South were very real even before slavery and the Southern plantation. But slavery cannot be ignored in the story. To leave it out entirely is an abomination, like it just didn't happen.
So far, not one mention has been made about slavery or Black Americans. They are an integral part of the story and add as much depth and color to the South's history and culture as any White person.
Shame on Mr. Grissom.
As a proud Southerner, one who feels the pride Grissom describes in his book, I've always wondered why I've felt uneasy about it. Having studied US history in-depth, the differences between North and South were very real even before slavery and the Southern plantation. But slavery cannot be ignored in the story. To leave it out entirely is an abomination, like it just didn't happen.
So far, not one mention has been made about slavery or Black Americans. They are an integral part of the story and add as much depth and color to the South's history and culture as any White person.
Shame on Mr. Grissom.
January 8, 2019
Author expresses deep biases in favor of a white South that once was, but is no more. He refuses to see any flaws in the Confederacy's split from the Union and subsequent attack on the U.S. He seldom if ever mentions slavery as a reason for the Civil War. And he certainly does not spend a single word on describing life as an African-American in the glorious South during those Golden Years. His collection of historic photos are all of white people whom he praises for their superiority and God-given place in life. I would only recommend the book for the reason of the enlightened mind wanting to understand white supremacy views that were prevalent in the 1860s as well as views that are prevalent today.
August 21, 2014
Well guys, I'm from the North, so...
#thisbookdidntgetme
Also, I mean, this book was the worst.
#thisbookdidntgetme
Also, I mean, this book was the worst.
June 26, 2019
I enjoyed some of the historical sections and most of the pictures, but much of the book promoted the idea of the lost cause, and that the south was not to blame at all for the Civil War. In one part, the KKK was even portrayed in a good light. The pictures and the sections of history that were unbiased are the only reasons I’m giving this two stars instead of one.
July 8, 2025
Has a very pro South view. Gave me new information on the civil war. Worth reading
April 2, 2014
This is a moving journey into the heart and soul of the South. Although it chronicles quite nicely the facts surrounding the South's struggles before, during, and after the War, it does far more than that.
It captures the emotional and very human ESSENCE of the Southern culture, which sadly, has all but been lost in a sea of corrupted history, and misplaced predudices. Numerous stories of folklore accompany poetry, songs, and family tales. A rich collection of photgraphs accentuate not only historical figures, but the common person as well.
Deeply researched, this is a wonderful addition to any library of a true Southron. "Southern by the Grace of God" is more than a catchy phrase, or book title. It is a heart born testament of who and what all Southerners feel. It is a way of life!
It captures the emotional and very human ESSENCE of the Southern culture, which sadly, has all but been lost in a sea of corrupted history, and misplaced predudices. Numerous stories of folklore accompany poetry, songs, and family tales. A rich collection of photgraphs accentuate not only historical figures, but the common person as well.
Deeply researched, this is a wonderful addition to any library of a true Southron. "Southern by the Grace of God" is more than a catchy phrase, or book title. It is a heart born testament of who and what all Southerners feel. It is a way of life!
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November 27, 2015What a great read! The author was a bit passionate and possibly a tad bias. This has really stirred up my love for my homeland and has caused me to want to read more and research my genealogy. I did skip a few small portions-the section on ghost stories and a part of an execution.
I loved the way the author compiled so many different aspects of the South. Some of my favorite sections were: Biographical Sketches and Photos of Seven Confederate Heroes * 200 Old Photographs from 1853 through 1919 * A Chapter about the War Between the States * The Real Story of Reconstruction * Recommended Reading List.
I loved the way the author compiled so many different aspects of the South. Some of my favorite sections were: Biographical Sketches and Photos of Seven Confederate Heroes * 200 Old Photographs from 1853 through 1919 * A Chapter about the War Between the States * The Real Story of Reconstruction * Recommended Reading List.
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