The Society of the South in the

This study guide covers the rise of the cotton economy in the South, including the impact of the cotton gin, the concept of "King Cotton", and the environmental and social consequences. It also examines Southern identity and society, including the myths and realities of plantation life, Southern values and culture, and education in the South. Finally, it connects these topics to sectionalism and provides exam tips and practice questions focusing on the impact of the cotton economy on slavery and Southern society.