Mississippi (On the Road Histories) [Paperback]

Ben Wynne (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 30, 2007 | Series: On the Road Histories

Beginning with the state's earliest settlers, Ben Wynne explores the paradox that is Mississippi-its rich soil and namesake river, yet its vulnerability to natural disasters such as Hurricane Katrina. It is one of the US's poorest states, yet has one of the richest cultural legacies. It is the birthplace of the blues and the childhood home of such American icons as Elvis Presley, William Faulkner, Oprah Winfrey, and B.B. King. Wynne sketches Mississippi's development from primarily native settlements and wilderness to industry-driven cities; examines the importance of slavery and agriculture and the resulting devastation that followed the Civil War; and follows the slow transition from segregation to equal rights marked by the Civil Rights movement of the 1960s.

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About the Author

Ben Wynne is a native of Florence, Mississippi. He earned his doctorate in history at the University of Mississippi and is the author of a number of works on his home state and the South.

Product Details

• Paperback: 178 pages
• Publisher: Interlink Pub Group Inc (November 30, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1566566665
• ISBN-13: 978-1566566667
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,277,132 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Mississippi On the Road Histories, January 27, 2008

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B. W. Helvenston "History Reader" (Live Oak, FL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mississippi (On the Road Histories) (Paperback)

I attended college in Mississippi and knew some of her history. This book helps fill in some gaps and provides new insights. It is very helpful to any student of history that might be passing through the state. It also helps as a handy reference guide.
I would recommend this to any professional or amateur historian and to any traveler.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very informative., December 17, 2007

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Tecumseh (Ringold, GA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mississippi (On the Road Histories) (Paperback)

This is an excellent book by a very good author. Mississippi is such a paradox and the clever narrative makes that point without resorting to stereotypes. I highly recommend it, especially if you are likely to road-trip thru Mississippi any time soon.