When the Whipoorwill
Exploring the Heart of Rural Southern LifeBy Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings
Length9h 47m
About this audiobook
In "When the Whippoorwill," Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings deftly weaves together evocative prose and an immersive connection to the southern Florida landscape. This collection of stories delves into themes of nature, rural life, and human emotion, reflecting the trials and triumphs of her characters amidst the subtropical backdrop. Richly detailed, Rawlings captures the dialect and rhythms of the local residents, creating a literary tapestry that resonates with authenticity. The book stands as a testament to the natural world'Äôs influence on the human spirit while drawing inspiration from the Southern literary tradition, making it a significant contribution to American regionalism. Rawlings, who hailed from the Midwest but found her true voice in Florida, developed an intricate understanding of her environment and its people. Her experiences living in the rural South provided a unique lens through which she viewed the complexities of human relationships and the profound connections to the land. The depth of her observations and her passion for storytelling stem from a life spent attuned to the rhythms of nature and community, elements that permeate her writing. I highly recommend "When the Whippoorwill" to readers seeking a profound storytelling experience rooted in place and character. Rawlings'Äô ability to capture the essence of her surroundings and the humanity within them invites readers to reflect on their own connections to both nature and community, making this collection not only a significant literary work but also a source of inspiration.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.3 (217)
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GenreGeneral Fiction
Length9 hrs 47 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 30, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1A Crop of Beans
7The Enemy
2Benny and the Bird Dogs
8Gal Young Un
3Jacob’s Ladder (pt. 1)
9Alligators
4Jacob’s Ladder (pt. 2)
10A Plumb Clare Conscience
5The Pardon
11A Mother in Mannville
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6Varmints
12Cocks Must Crow
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