This compelling memoir chronicles the author's childhood in the idyllic Mississippi Delta, a place where the rhythm of life is dictated by the rising and falling of the meandering creeks. In the heart of the Depression, the family finds solace in their tight-knit community and the traditions that bind them. As the author grows, she witnesses the stark realities of racism and poverty that permeate the Southern landscape, shaping her understanding of the world around her. Through vivid prose and poignant anecdotes, she paints a vivid portrait of a bygone era, capturing the resilience and spirit of a family navigating the challenges and triumphs of life in the American South.
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🗸 Author(s): Leah Weiss
🗸 Title: If the Creek Don't Rise
🗸 Rating : 4.4 from 5 stars (3547 reviews)
🗸 Languange: English
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🗸 Supported Devices: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
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