Delve deeper into the heart of antebellum America with Frederick Law Olmsted's groundbreaking exploration. This concluding volume offers a raw and unflinching look at the realities of slavery and its impact on the South. From bustling plantations to impoverished backcountry, Olmsted paints a vivid portrait of a society on the brink of change. Witness firsthand the complexities of the cotton economy, the lives of enslaved people, and the tensions that would ultimately ignite a nation. Prepare to be challenged and informed as you journey through this pivotal era of American history.