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Goff, H. N. K. (Harriet Newell Kneeland)
1828
Goff, Harriet Newell Kneeland
Other Fools and Their Doings, or, Life among the Freedmen
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"Other Fools and Their Doings, or, Life among the Freedmen" by H. N. K. Goff is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The text appears to detail the tumultuous relationships between white Southerners and freed black citizens in the aftermath of the Civil War, particularly during a politically charged period leading up to elections. Central to the narrative are characters such as Deacon Atwood and Captain Black, who discuss their grievances and lead a movement against the perceived encroachment of African American rights in governance and society. The opening of the work introduces us to Deacon Atwood and Captain Black as they ride through South Carolina, discussing their frustrations regarding political changes and the influence of freedmen and "carpetbaggers" on local governance. Deacon Atwood expresses his desire for more control over political affairs, referring to actions against the black population and their voting rights. The meeting establishes tensions between white citizens and the newly enfranchised freedmen, setting the stage for deeper exploration of societal conflicts, political machinations, and individual character complexities that challenge the reader to understand the nuanced historical context of post-Civil War America. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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