From small farms to urban neighborhoods, from the region itself to the more distant worlds of the southern diaspora, we discover the stories, music, and art of the American South.
The American South: Its Stories, Music, and Art
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The American South: Its Stories, Music, and Art
Instructor: Dr. William Ferris
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LL
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2017
very helpful an introduction! Making me really wanna know more about the South. Love the Story-telling oral tradition of South!
BA
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2017
Loved it although i wish i could have taken the quizzes as an auditor just to check what i had learned.
SD
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2019
I watched many of the videos. It was very interesting. I particularly liked the stories/video clips of musicians. I do hope you have seen The Song Catcher..this reminded me of it.
