There is an unusual range in the twelve stories of this volume, covering
the rich legendary lore of the rural sections to the brutally realistic
treatment of the poor whites. The stories exhibit a keen ear for the
rhythms of American speech and a feeling for the underdog.
Originally published in 1949.
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