Credit: Carl van Vechten - Library of Congress, Public Domain, Link Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings was born on August 8, 1896, in Washington DC. The daughter of a patent lawyer, she became interested in writing by the age of six. After graduating from high school, she attended the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where she studied English. She worked for the school's literary … [Read more...] about Literary South: Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings
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Giveaway: Moon Guides and Gifts
Moon Giveaway In honor of the holiday season, we've teamed up with our friends at Moon Guides, an imprint of Avalon Travel (who also publishes Rick Steves guides!) and Hachette Book Group. They've recently released a new edition of Moon Asheville & The Great Smoky Mountains, which happens to be written by my friend Jason Frye. They're giving away a few copies and other … [Read more...] about Giveaway: Moon Guides and Gifts
The Best Books About Arkansas
When planning your trip to the South, it’s important to research where you’re going. So we’ve compiled a list of the best books about Arkansas and by Arkansas authors to help you prepare. No matter whether you’re a resident looking to learn more about your home state or a first-timer curious about history, these books are sure to help you enjoy it more. Books by … [Read more...] about The Best Books About Arkansas
Literary South: Tennessee Williams
Credit: Orlando Fernandez, http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.pnp/cph.3c28957, Public Domain, Link Tennessee Williams was born Thomas Lanier Williams on March 26, 1911, in Columbus, Mississippi. His family was connected to Sidney Lanier, the poet from Macon, Georgia, and John Sevier, the first governor of Tennessee. His grandfather was the local Episcopal reverend and the family lived … [Read more...] about Literary South: Tennessee Williams
The Best Books About Virginia
Bookstore in Williamsburg When planning your trip to the South, it’s important to research where you’re going. So we’ve compiled a list of the best books about Virginia and by Virginia authors to help you prepare. No matter whether you’re a resident looking to learn more about your home state or a first-timer curious about history, these books are sure to help you enjoy … [Read more...] about The Best Books About Virginia
