Southern Literary Studies

"Southern Literary Studies" explores the rich heritage and intellectual landscape of the American South through a collection of insightful essays and lectures. Authored by C. Alphonso Smith, a renowned scholar and educator, this work examines the defining voices and themes that have shaped Southern letters. The collection includes detailed appraisals of significant figures such as Edgar Allan Poe, Joel Chandler Harris, and Thomas Jefferson, alongside broader reflections on the role of liter...