Burning The Furniture

Set against the backdrop of the Old South, this creative memoir explores the author's childhood in a large family grappling with poverty, alcoholism, and racism, while also celebrating the joys of boyhood and imaginative play. It delves into the newspaper industry during a transformative era marked by social upheaval and impending conflict, capturing the essence of a time when creativity was a natural part of life rather than a therapeutic goal. Smith's narrative offers a unique blend of personal and cultural reflection.