The south produced statesmen and soldiers, planters and doctors and lawyers and poets, but certainly no engineers and mechanics. Let Yankees adopt such low callings. Gone With The Wind

Summary

This quote from Gone With The Wind highlights a perception that was prevalent in the South during the time period depicted in the novel. It suggests a societal bias against certain professions, particularly engineering and mechanics. The quote portrays a belief that in the South, emphasis was placed on more refined occupations such as statesmanship, plantations, and the arts. By dismissing these 'low callings' as something for Northerners (Yankees) to adopt, the quote reflects a regional arrogance and a cultural divide prevalent in the story.

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