Suddenly Southern: A Yankee's Guide to Living in Dixie

By Maureen Duffin-Ward

Book Overview

Moving South? Feeling a little out of place? Craving pizza from home and faking a passion for sweet tea? Not generating much Southern hospitality? Wondering if you'll ever fit in? Well, honey, here's your complete guide to living in Dixie, providing migrating Yanks with tips on living, eating, greeting, driving, walking, talking, and what food to bring to a funeral. From his 'n' her Southern Hair Dos (and Don'ts) to The A to Z Dixie Dictionary, Suddenly Southern includes everything you need to know about living south of the Mason-Dixon Line, including: * Recipes that range from mint juleps and hoppin' john to recipes for disaster * "Know Your Bugs by Their Mugs," a handy identification chart * 10 ways to say, "Now that's ugly" in Dixie * How to walk from the store to the car without dying, a Fun-in-the-Sun Survival Kit * 100 Southern Things Worth the Trip From Southern tailgate food (deviled eggs and cheese straws) to minding your BBQs, from pronouncing pecan to knowing when your cat's a true Southerner, from knowing when you're fittin' in to knowing when you're not, this is the ideal guide for anyone moving, planning a move, or just plain ol' interested in this fascinating American region. With this book on your shelf, they'll never be able to say "Yankee, go home" again.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0743254953
• ISBN13: 9780743254953
• Release Date: July 2004
• Publisher: Fireside
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.5" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

MDW MUST HAVE OVERHEARD US!!!!

For years my husband and I have attended medical conferences down south. Being from the north, I find the differences both charming and shocking. While my husband is in class, I usually tour with the other "Northerners". We come back to dinner at night and laugh about our latest southern discoveries. MDW hit our feeling on the head and I think she must have been sitting next to our table a couple of times. The book was honest and light. It was respectful and funny. As much as we enjoy our time in the south, I think the southerners are happy for us to spend our money and go back north. This book was a gift from another conference attendee and I will be passing it along. Thanks

If you like to laugh

Originally ordered for a coworker who is reluctantly relocating to Charlotte, I couldn't help but get pulled in by the funny chapter titles. From "No Grits, No Glory" to "My Compliments to the Ref," lots of LOL lines that don't require a move to appreciate. I loved the contrasts of our hoops and football fans, but the Wedding reviews were equally funny. A great little find for anyone on either side of the Mason Dixon Line!

Perfect Summer Reading...

Had a blast reading "Suddenly Southern". Spent time on the beach in Rehobeth, Delaware- and enjoyed every page. Great fun, easy read, and all of a sudden- I was the envy of the beach with my preview copy of Suddenly Southern, and a sure bet for 2004's "Best of Summer". Now I will re-read it at home by the pool. Awesome!!!

Yankee got a good laugh and great dose of the South!

Suddenly Southern is a funny,thorough look at Southern life through a Northerner's eyes. Duffin-Ward spares no punches and gets you ready for any southern situation...from Barb Q's to College Football, from Magazines to hair styles. If you're moving, going for a visit, or have friends who are contemplating such a move, buy this book!

At least one laugh per page

This book was a summer breeze to read with a laugh on every page. The author managed to skewer Southerners and Northerners while getting us to laugh at ourselves. I was reading in bed next to my wife who was reading East of Eden until she threw me out for laughing too loudly. This may not beat Steinbeck, but I was having more fun! It's a great book to just open up to any page and get a couple of laughs and some astute observations. I can't wait to head down south and bring along this field guide to help me navigate the terrain.