Adele V. Holden
Down on the Shore
- ISBN 13:
- 9780870335471
- author:
- Adele V. Holden
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd (US)
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 1.9 x 15.2 x 22.9 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Historical, Britain
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Down on the Shore is a poignant portrayal of life in Maryland's Eastern Shore during the 1930s. Born into a segregated world, poet Adele V. Holden recounts the harsh realities and joyful moments of her childhood, where education was seen as a lifeline to escape racial prejudice. Adele's story reveals the complexities of a society torn between cruelty and humanity, where families struggled to overcome adversity and nurture their children's dreams. Against this backdrop, she found solace in teaching and poetry, becoming a voice for equality and change. This powerful memoir is a testament to the enduring strength of family and the human spirit, offering a unique glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history.
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