Love and Power in the Nineteenth Century : The Marriage of Violet Blair Book

I had the pleasure of being able to take two classes taught by Dr. Moneyhon at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. I have just read this work of his on my home state and it's unique history. I have to say in all the years I've been studying history and reading the works of others on the subject, Moneyhon is in a league all his own. His writing is simplistic, easy to read, and even entertaining to those who care about the subject. After reading this book I find myself wanting to read more into the subject of Southern History/Arkansas History. This is a rare quality in historical writing since most of it tends to be geared toward other historians, but Dr. Moneyhon is well aware of his audience. I think that this book should be read by all who study the American South and the little state I call home.