The word “south” in literature is a multifaceted term that can denote literal geographic direction, evoke climatic or atmospheric moods, and even represent distinct regional identities. In many narratives, “south” is used to mark a journey or destination—as when Stevenson’s character heads along the south coast in search of shelter [1] or when sailors push southward in search of winds that might guide them [2]. Equally, it serves as a marker of location, both in everyday geography, such as the landscapes of South Carolina [3] or Southern India [4], and in the delineation of culturally significant areas, as seen in discussions of race and social identity in the American South [5, 6]. The term also carries symbolic weight, suggesting warmth or contrast, as when Mark Twain describes a refreshing yet icy breeze from the south [7] or when Whitman’s affectionate exclamation “my South!” conveys personal sentiment [8]. Thus, across genres from travel writing to historical memoirs, “south” offers both concrete and metaphorical dimensions that enrich the reader’s understanding of place, climate, and culture.