It’s 1963 in the south. Author Jenness Clark was 12 years old. Leaving her troubled family, she spent 9 months at her great grandfathers home along the Mississippi River. Visiting her many relatives in the area, and learning about history and culture of another time and place. The story reflects on her as a child then. and an adult now, and the history of her roots.
As a Yankee from New England, I was intrigued by the true story of this young girl. History of a time and place I am unfamiliar with. The events that occurred were unlike the place where I was raised. I have lived in thirteen states, but Illinois and Missouri are not ones I have been to. Culture is diverse in different parts of the country.
I found this book well written and interesting. Some places a bit confusing. I think it’s due to my unfamiliarity with this area. Hard to know where one is referring to without consulting a map. They’re were some interesting old pictures included.
Ultimately though, I had a good feeling for the area from which this author came. Her words made me feel as if I were the 12 year old seeing some of these things. A nice tribute to her family and history. Good with the bad. A remembrance of her past.
Thank you Jenness Clark
As a Yankee from New England, I was intrigued by the true story of this young girl. History of a time and place I am unfamiliar with. The events that occurred were unlike the place where I was raised. I have lived in thirteen states, but Illinois and Missouri are not ones I have been to. Culture is diverse in different parts of the country.
I found this book well written and interesting. Some places a bit confusing. I think it’s due to my unfamiliarity with this area. Hard to know where one is referring to without consulting a map. They’re were some interesting old pictures included.
Ultimately though, I had a good feeling for the area from which this author came. Her words made me feel as if I were the 12 year old seeing some of these things. A nice tribute to her family and history. Good with the bad. A remembrance of her past.
Thank you Jenness Clark
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