Willis Duke Weatherford [electronic resource] : Race, Religion, and Reform in the American South /
Canady, Andrew McNeill,author.
Willis Duke Weatherford was one of the first prominent white southern liberals to dedicate his life to reforming the South's social system, eliminating violence and injustice through education, and opening a dialogue among the affected groups. In this comprehensive biography, Andrew McNeill Canady offers a reassessment of the influential educator's life and work.
Specialized.
Previously issued in print: 2016.
Willis Duke Weatherford was one of the first prominent white southern liberals to dedicate his life to reforming the South's social system, eliminating violence and injustice through education, and opening a dialogue among the affected groups. In this comprehensive biography, Andrew McNeill Canady offers a reassessment of the influential educator's life and work.
Specialized.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
The making of a southern liberal -- A respectable religious message -- Sowing the seeds of southern liberalism -- Professionalizing the southern YMCA -- A liberal but never an activist -- Bringing a revival to the mountains.
Description based on print version record.
Weatherford, Willis D. (Willis Duke), 1875-1970.
YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly
Liberals
Educators