Reading Group Guide

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Al Dixon | Compiler

QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION

1. Stark Young comments,"manners are the mask of decency that we employ at need, the currency of fair communication." Discuss the South's views on manners and decorum?

2. Turner Catledge states, "grits is the first truly American food." In your opinion, what is the first truly American food.

3. George Wallace notes, "the difference between a national Democrat and an Alabama Democrat is like the difference between a Communist and a non-Communist." How is the national view of politics different from a southerner's perspective?

4. What is your favorite southern quote?