Walter Allen Books

The book focuses on the preservation and republishing of classic works from the early 1900s and earlier, which are becoming scarce and costly. It aims to provide affordable, high-quality modern editions that retain the original text and artwork, ensuring that these important literary works remain accessible to contemporary readers.

Focusing on the Reconstruction era in South Carolina, this historical account examines the administration of Republican Governor Daniel Henry Chamberlain from 1874 to 1877. It highlights Chamberlain's policies aimed at promoting civil rights for African Americans and combating government corruption amid significant challenges, including opposition from white supremacist groups and economic turmoil. Utilizing primary sources such as government documents and personal correspondence, the book offers a detailed and nuanced portrayal of Chamberlain's leadership and the political climate of the time.

The book is a facsimile reprint of an original antiquarian work, reflecting its historical significance. While it may contain imperfections like marks and notations due to its age, it serves as a valuable resource for preserving cultural heritage. This edition aims to provide an accessible, high-quality version that remains faithful to the original text, highlighting the commitment to safeguarding important literary works for future generations.

This book is part of the TREDITION CLASSICS series. The creators of this series are united by passion for literature and driven by the intention of making all public domain books available in printed format again - worldwide. At tredition we believe that a great book never goes out of style. Several mostly non-profit literature projects provide content to tredition. To support their good work, tredition donates a portion of the proceeds from each sold copy. As a reader of a TREDITION CLASSICS book, you support our mission to save many of the amazing works of world literature from oblivion.