The Dry Grass of August
by Anna Jean Mayhew
The Dry Grass of August by Anna Jean Mayhew holds a well received rating of 3.82 out of 5, based on 12.4K reader ratings. First published in 2011. The book spans 289 pages.
About The Dry Grass of August
In this beautifully written debut, Anna Jean Mayhew offers a riveting depiction of Southern life in the throes of segregation and what it will mean for a young girl on her way to adulthood and for the woman who means the world to her. On a scorching day in August 1954, thirteen-year-old Jubie Watts leaves Charlotte, North Carolina, with her family for a Florida vacation. Crammed into the Packard along with Jubie are her three siblings, her mother, and the family's black maid, Mary Luther. For as long as Jubie can remember, Mary has been there cooking, cleaning, compensating for her father's rages and her mother's benign neglect, and loving Jubie unconditionally. Bright and curious, Jubie takes note of the anti-integration signs they pass and of the racial tension that builds as they journey further south. But she could never have predicted the shocking turn their trip will take. Now, in the wake of tragedy, Jubie must confront her parents failings and limitations, decide where her own convictions lie, and make the tumultuous leap to independence.Infused with the intensity of a changing time, here is a story of hope, heartbreak, and the love and courage that can transform us from child to adult, wounded to indomitable.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Anna Jean Mayhew |
| Published | 2011 |
| Pages | 289 |
| Genres | Historical Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult, History, Chick-lit |
| Average Rating | 3.82 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 12,446 |
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What genre is The Dry Grass of August?
The Dry Grass of August is categorized as Historical Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult, History. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is The Dry Grass of August worth reading?
Based on 12.4K reader ratings, The Dry Grass of August has an average score of 3.82 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Dry Grass of August?
The Dry Grass of August has 289 pages.
Who wrote The Dry Grass of August?
The Dry Grass of August was written by Anna Jean Mayhew. It was first published in 2011.
What is the ISBN for The Dry Grass of August?
The ISBN-13 for The Dry Grass of August is 9780758254090.0.
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