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Memories of Mississippi: Growing up in the South
Memories of Mississippi: Growing up in the South
Memories of Mississippi: Growing up in the South
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Memories of Mississippi: Growing up in the South

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Advance Praise for MEMORIES OF MISSISSIPPI

“A must-read... Wanda Jackson’s compelling account is more than a description of life in the South. It is a window into an era where there is love, trust, and strong family values. People took time to enjoy, even in the midst of hard times and adversity, the simple and pure things of life. Reading Jackson’s well-written book provided me the opportunity to go back in time and relive those years. It was a wonderful journey. This is a great book for parents to read with their children, using it to instill values and pride, and to enlighten them about their heritage. And with that enlightenment, I believe that the reader will realize that no matter what their circumstances, opportunities for success are unlimited.”
Madeline P. Floyd, Administrator for Amite County School District (Ret.)

“Memories of Mississippi takes the reader on a vicarious journey through the past while he or she enjoys the southern color and scenery depicted in Jackson’s book. In contrast, a certain amount of sorrow and anger may be felt, but a sense of reality comes into focus. ‘This focus brings all of the characters and still life paintings with characters and vivid details to life again,’ writes Jackson when referring to her experiences growing up in the South. Her expressions are made clearer as she skillfully inserts memorable snapshots to give the reader a vision of what takes place at a precise moment. Although these were the author’s daily experiences, they belong to every person who grew up poor in the South.”
Christine T. Spears, Professor of English/ English Department Chair for Amite County Schools (Ret.)

“This is a piece of history that jumps out at you. Wanda Jackson’s descriptions of growing up on a farm brings back vivid memories of my own childhood, and I felt as though I had gone back in time. The author truly captures the experience of growing up in the South as a black child, told with humor and compassion. This is an excellent book for students to read and discuss, especially during Black History Month.”
Dr. Estes Taplin, Superintendent, City of Baker, LA School System
LanguageEnglish
PublisherAuthorHouse
Release dateAug 5, 2010
ISBN9781452015033
Memories of Mississippi: Growing up in the South
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Wanda F. Jackson

Wanda F. Jackson grew up in rural Mississippi during the mid 1950’s. She received her college education at Missisiippi Valley State University where she earned a degree in English. She taught English/Language Arts, Journalism, and Creative Writing for over thirty years. She has written volumes of poetry, and most recently, her memoir Memories of Mississippi in 2010. Writing children’s books has been something that the author has always wanted to do since she has spent most of her adult life educating and interacting with them. Louvenia’s Quest has given her the opportunity to see through the inquisitive minds of our youth and to experience their thirst for knowledge and self awareness. Mrs. Jackson continues to enjoy traveling and writing, now that she is retired.

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