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From the PublisherThis examination of the swamps role in Southern cultural, literary, and ecological history* Combines cultural and ecological history with Southern intellectual and literary history* Discusses the influence of the swamp from the colonial era to the present* Examines both the aristocracys evolving views of the swamp and that of less privileged groups such as African Americans, Native Americans, Cajuns, and poor rural whitesProduct DescriptionTo early European colonists the swamp was a place linked with sin and impurity; to the plantation elite, it was a practical obstacle to agricultural development. For the many excluded from the white southern aristocracyAfrican Americans, Native Americans, Acadians, and poor, rural whitesthe swamp meant something very different, providing shelter and sustenance and offering separation and protection from the dominant plantation culture.Shadow and Shelter: The Swamp in Southern Culture explores the interplay of contradictory but equally prevailing metaphors: first, the swamp as the underside of the myth of pastoral Eden that defined the antebellum South; and second, the swamp as the last pure vestige of undominated southern ecoculture. As the South gives in to strip malls and suburban sprawl, its wooded wetlands have come to embody the last part of the region that will always be beyond cultural domination.Examining the southern swamp from a perspective informed by ecocriticism, literary studies, and ecological history, Shadow and Shelter considers the many representations of the swamp and its evolving role in an increasingly multicultural South.Anthony Wilson is assistant professor of English at LaGrange College. His work has been published in the Southern Literary Journal and the Chronicle of Higher Education's online edition.Book DescriptionAn examination of the swamps role in southern cultural, literary, and ecological historyFrom the Inside FlapAn examination of the swamp's role in southern cultural, literary, and ecological historyAbout the AuthorAnthony Wilson is assistant professor of English at LaGrange College. His work has been published in The Southern Literary Journal and The Chronicle of Higher Educations online edition.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Shadow and Shelter'? A: 'Shadow and Shelter' explores the contrasting perceptions of the swamp in Southern culture, highlighting its role as both a symbol of sin for early colonists and a source of sustenance and shelter for marginalized communities.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Shadow and Shelter'? A: The author of 'Shadow and Shelter' is Anthony Wilson, who is an assistant professor of English at LaGrange College.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The book is categorized as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may show some signs of wear but is still readable and intact.
- Q: How many pages does 'Shadow and Shelter' have? A: 'Shadow and Shelter' consists of 208 pages, providing a comprehensive examination of the topic.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Shadow and Shelter' is available in hardcover binding, which is typically more durable than paperback.
- Q: When was 'Shadow and Shelter' published? A: 'Shadow and Shelter' was published on December 6, 2005.
- Q: In which category is 'Shadow and Shelter' listed? A: 'Shadow and Shelter' is listed under the category of 'Criticism & Theory', focusing on literary and cultural analysis.
- Q: What are the key features of 'Shadow and Shelter'? A: The key features of 'Shadow and Shelter' include its insightful analysis of the swamp's cultural significance and its interdisciplinary approach, combining ecocriticism, literary studies, and ecological history.
- Q: Is 'Shadow and Shelter' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Shadow and Shelter' is suitable for academic study, particularly for those interested in Southern literature, ecocriticism, and cultural history.
- Q: What insights can readers gain from 'Shadow and Shelter'? A: Readers can gain insights into the evolving cultural perceptions of the swamp and its significance as a refuge for diverse communities in the South, as well as its role in the broader context of ecological history.