Straw in the South Wind

By Donald Joseph

Book Overview

Straw in the South Wind is a novel written by Donald Joseph. The story is set in the early 20th century in the southern United States, and follows the life of a young boy named Billy who grows up on a farm in the rural South. Billy's family is poor and struggles to make ends meet, but they are a close-knit and loving family.As Billy grows up, he becomes increasingly aware of the racial tensions and injustices that exist in the South. He witnesses firsthand the discrimination and violence that black people face, and he begins to question the morality of the society he lives in.The novel explores themes of race, poverty, family, and morality. It is a poignant and thought-provoking story that offers a glimpse into a difficult and complex period in American history. Through the eyes of Billy, readers are able to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by those living in the South during this time, and the impact that these challenges had on individuals and families.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162786132
• ISBN13: 9781162786131
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"