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Tories of the Hills by Wesley Sylvester Thompson 1953 Signed/Inscribed 1st Edition - Original Red Cloth Hardcover - RARE!
The autograph is to a family I personally know from the town of Bear Creek, AL, which is in Marion County (a neighbor to Winston County).The book provides a narrative look at the real-world friction that led to the legendary concept of the ‘Free State of Winston,’ where local independent hill farmers held a convention and attempted to secede from Alabama rather than fight for the Confederacy.
·The author, Wesley Sylvester Thompson (1907–1978), was uniquely qualified to write on the subject. He was a history professor at several Alabama colleges and a Church of Christ minister. His deep understanding of the region\'s religious and cultural roots heavily influenced the text, reflecting how local anti-slavery sentiments and beliefs in basic human equality drove residents to resist the Confederacy. This book has been out of print for decades and has been sought after by local historians and collectors.
Good Preowned Condition - Typical wear as is expected such as normal corner bumps and page yellowing and discoloration. No stray marks found - No torn pages found - It is signed and inscribed just inside the front cover as noted in the photos. See photos for a better idea of condition and what you are getting.
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