A haunting memoir by a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, "All Over but the Shoutin'" presents a gripping account of people struggling to make sense and solidity of life's capricious promises. As he tells the wrenching story of his own family's life in the dirt-poor Alabama hills--where he got out, but has never been quite about to leave--Bragg attempts to both atone for and to avenge the mistakes and cruelties of his past.
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A haunting memoir by a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, "All Over but the Shoutin'" presents a gripping account of people struggling to make sense and solidity of life's capricious promises. As he tells the wrenching story of his own family's life in the dirt-poor Alabama hills--where he got out, but has never been quite about to leave--Bragg attempts to both atone for and to avenge the mistakes and cruelties of his past.
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Fair. May contain writing notes highlighting bends or folds. Text is readable book is clean and pages and cover mostly intact. May show normal wear and tear. Item may be missing CD. May include library marks.
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Fine in very good dust jacket. jacket has some wear at corners and edges, a few abrasions on jacket; copy has inscription on flyleaf. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. With dust jacket. 329 p. Audience: General/trade.
One of the best books I've ever read! I've bought every book Rick Bragg has written because this was the first I read, I couldn't wait to read the others, all amazing stories and writing.
bradley c
Jan 27, 2016
Family Disorganized
What a story? Hard to believe anyone could live such a life.
You feel so concerned for the author's mother.
What hell she went through all those years, raising her children in such poverty.
The fact that the author became so successful shows what a loving mother and grandmother means to a child.
The determination of the author to write news articles on the ground overcame his lack of society's connections and proper education.
Rick is so realistic in his descriptions, you feel you are right there, and wish your mother was like his.
A great read. The author needs to write more stories.
Lee B
Sep 16, 2014
Great book
This book was part of a small library at a rented vacation house in Gulf Shores, Alabama. I started reading it and had to purchase it to finish it. Rick Bragg is a great writer, I have since bought all of the books he has written and enjoyed them all. He writes about a time and people in northern Alabama. He does not sugar coat, but gives them the dignity they deserve.
Carrie B
Oct 18, 2012
Great Read
This is one of those books that takes you on a real journey. You feel as if you know this author and can understand where he came from and how he ended up where he is today. It is also a deeply touching tribute to his strong and caring mother, who never had much accept the love and respect of her sons.
Griffi
Aug 23, 2012
Love Rick Bragg's books!! This one was definitely worth the read.