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THE FIRST VOLUME IN FRED REED'S COLLECTION of essays is sharp, thought-provoking, and an entertaining meditation on the transformation of American life, with a particular focus on the heritage, character, and values of the American South.
Drawing on his experiences as a Marine, journalist, and world traveler, Reed contrasts the self-reliant, neighborly world he once knew with the centralized and impersonal culture of modern America. The result is both a compelling defense of a fading way of life and a provocative critique of the forces that have reshaped the nation.
Rich with personal insight, humor, and unapologetic commentary, this book will appeal to readers interested in culture, politics, history, and the enduring importance of local tradition.
Fred Reed
Fred Reed has been an editor of both Paper Money and Coin World magazines and is also the author of Civil War Encased Stamps (BNR Press, 1995), The Coin World Price Guide to Paper Money Errors (Amos Press, 1977 & 1978) and An Introduction to Coin and Paper Money Collecting and Investing (Amos Press, 1981). He lives in Frisco, Texas.
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