"Reconstruction, Political and Economic, 1865-1877," Volume 22, explores the tumultuous period in American history following the Civil War. William Archibald Dunning meticulously examines the political and economic landscape of the Reconstruction era, offering a detailed analysis of the policies, power struggles, and societal changes that shaped the nation's recovery. This volume delves into the complexities of reintegrating the Confederate states, the challenges of establishing new social and political orders, and the economic transformations that redefined the South. Dunning's insightful study provides a valuable perspective on the enduring legacies of Reconstruction, making it an essential resource for understanding this pivotal chapter in American history. Readers will gain a deeper appreciation of the forces that shaped the nation's path toward unity and the ongoing debates surrounding equality and justice. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.