Thomas Dixon Jr. and the Birth of Modern America

by Randal L. Hall and Michele K. Gillespie

Book Overview

"A sweeping yet rigorous analysis of Dixon and his work. The collection approaches the southern intellectual through multiple methodologies -- from literary theory and film studies to social history and religious studies. We get an exhaustive yet diverse perspective on Dixon's influence and legacy." -- Journal of American History
Thomas Dixon Jr. (1864--1946), best remembered today as the author of the racist novels that served as the basis...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0807135321
• ISBN13: 9780807135327
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: LSU Press
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.4"