Journey back in time to the era of Reconstruction and the struggles of the American South, as seen through the eyes of a prominent lawyer, politician, and writer. In this memoir, Alfred Moore Waddell recalls his personal experiences and reflections on the changing times, from his childhood in North Carolina to his political campaigns and literary pursuits. With its vivid descriptions, insightful commentary, and powerful insights, this book is a valuable historical document and a timeless work of literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.