The Dixiecrat Revolt and the End of the Solid South, 1932-1968

“A fine example of the 'new' southern political history. . . . Frederickson offers a well-researched, eloquent, and absorbing account of political failure and change, one that contributes greatly to our understanding of the often ironic nature of southern political life in the mid-twentieth century.” — Journal of Southern History

“A satisfying read.” — Journal of American History

“Frederickson excels at showing how both race and economic issues influenced the Dixiecrat movement.” — Gulf South Historical Review

“Frederickson’s book makes several important contributions to our understanding of post-World War II politics in the South. . . . As a result, we have a clearer idea of why southerners voted — or did not vote — for Thurmond and Wright.” — American Historical Review

“A lively and perceptive account.” — The Weekly Standard

“Excellent, marked by superb research and sparkling prose.” — CHOICE

“In this compelling study of the 1948 'Dixiecrat Revolt,' Kari Frederickson recovers a critical chapter in American political history. Her book offers fresh insight into how the politics of states' rights and white supremacy transformed southern and national politics in the middle decades of the twentieth century.” — Patricia Sullivan, author of Days of Hope: Race and Democracy in the New Deal Era