The Worst Hard Time: The Untold Story of Those Who Survived the Great American Dust Bowl by Thomas Egan.
Elaine writes: A study of the experiences of families who lived through the Dust Bowl and stayed put.
From last summer's discussion:
JoAnne writes: After having read "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael
Pollan last summer, I find myself thinking of so many
different passages as I shop, prepare meals, or even
think about food. Beautifully written non-fiction, it
is an important, eye-opening, fascinating book.
"The Worst Hard Time" is a different approach to the
story of the Dust Bowl, concentrating on the people
who stayed and suffered rather than on those who
fled--searing stories of perseverance and courage.
Both books were recommended for this past summer's
discussions and didn't make the cut. They are well
worth your time and attention. Lecture over!
Joanne