From A Southern Porch (1919)

From A Southern Porch is a collection of essays written by Dorothy Scarborough and originally published in 1919. The book offers a glimpse into Southern life and culture at the turn of the 20th century, as seen through the eyes of a young woman living in Texas. The essays cover a range of topics, including Southern hospitality, family traditions, and the beauty of the natural world. Scarborough also explores the darker side of Southern history, including the legacy of slavery and the struggles of African Americans in the post-Civil War South. Throughout the book, Scarborough's writing is infused with a deep love and appreciation for her Southern heritage, even as she acknowledges its flaws and contradictions. From A Southern Porch is a fascinating and insightful look at a bygone era, and a testament to the enduring power of Southern culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.