Southern History, Off the Beaten Path
The historical fiction novel, American Janus by Douglas Shouse, is unique in that it brings to light episodes of late 19th century Southern history that have been overlooked or at least minimized, by many of stories from the Civil War and its grim aftermath. Rather than the broad sweeping and familiar events of Pickett’s Charge […]
Harper Clayton: A Tale of Post-Civil War Struggles and Triumphs
“American Janus” by Douglas W. Shouse is a fascinating exploration of the life of Harper Clayton, a Confederate veteran from North Carolina, and his family at the dawn of the 20th century. The novel is a poignant tale of how one man navigates the duality of his past and future in the wake of the […]
The Legacy of a Confederate Veteran: Unpacking the Complexities of American Janus
The American Civil War, fought from 1861 to 1865, was one of the most divisive and brutal conflicts in United States history. The war was fought over a range of issues, including slavery, states’ rights, and the balance of power between the federal government and individual states. The aftermath of the war was almost as […]