Robert Morgan Knihy

In October 1965, nearly 800 young people attempted to march from their churches in Natchez to protest segregation, discrimination and mistreatment by white leaders and elements of the Ku Klux Klan. As they exited the churches, local authorities forced the would-be marchers onto buses and charged them with "parading without a permit," a local ordinance later ruled unconstitutional. For approximately 150 of these young men and women, this was only the beginning. They were taken to the Mississippi State Penitentiary in Parchman, where prison authorities subjected them to days of abuse, humiliation and punishment under horrific conditions. Most were African Americans in their teens and early twenties. Authors G. Mark LaFrancis, Robert Morgan and Darrell White reveal the injustice of this overlooked dramatic episode in civil rights history.

"The Powell brothers, Muir and Moody, are as different as Cain and Abel. Muir is an innocent, a shy young man with big dreams and not the slightest idea of what to do about them. Moody, the older and wilder brother--embittered by the death of his father, by years of fighting his mother, and by his jealousy of Muir's privileged place in the family--takes to moonshine and gambling and turns his anger on his brother. Muir escapes, hoping to find something--an occupation, a calling--to match his ambition."--Jacket

There is a most unusual woman living in Gap Creek. Julie Harmon works hard "hard as a man" they so, so hard that at times she's not sure she can stop. People depend on her. She is just a teenager when her brother dies her arms. The following year, she marries Hank and moves down into the valley. Julie and Hank discover that the modern world is complex, grinding ever on without pause or concern for their hard work. To survive, they must find out whether love can keep chaos and madness at bay

Excerpt from Beaver Dam Baptist Church: Historical Sketch, 1850-1950 We the Authors of this historical sketch, wish }to express our sincere appreciation to the many people who have assisted us in making this book possible. If this book meets with any degree of success, the credit in a large measure is due to the membership of the church for their loyal support of the project. We wish especially to express our appreciation to Mr. And Mrs. T. P. Hamrick for the information they so graciously furnished, as well as old Church records they furnished us access to. We are also indebted to Mrs. J. G. Greene for the many hours she spent as our Secretary in preparing the information contained in this. Book, so that it might be turned over to the printers. It would also be an act of ingratitude not to mention those who through the years have kept the records of the Church, for. Without these records, {this historical sketch would not have been possible. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

This collection features a blend of poetry and fiction from the acclaimed Robert Morgan, known for his New York Times-bestselling works and numerous awards. It showcases his talent in capturing the human experience through evocative language and rich storytelling, making it a compelling addition for fans of both genres.

Set in the mountains of Western North Carolina, this collection features eight captivating stories that blend local life with intriguing legends. Readers will encounter unexpected elements like an alligator in a state park, ghosts, and even the mob, all against a backdrop steeped in history. The tales explore the region's rich past, from Spanish Conquistadors to the mysteries of nature, where enigmatic rocks and lurking predators create a sense of wonder and suspense.

Exploring the concept of time as a physical space, this book delves into how each moment can be viewed as a statue, permanently anchored in its specific context. Through the lens of memory, it reveals how we can revisit these moments, offering a profound reflection on the relationship between time, place, and the human experience.

This timely book offers a raw critique of the current educational issues and debates, alongside ‘teacher hacks’ to provide teachers, trainee teachers and educators with a plethora of stimulating material to ignite curiosity, maintain passion, and culture creativity in the classroom.