the homecoming Author:earl hamner jr When Clay Spencer failed to arrive home at the expected hour that Christmas Eve, his family grew concerned. While his 7 red-head brothers and sisters and mother kept vigil,the oldest son Clay-Boy wemt to search for his father. In the course of his quest, Clay-Boy's life is endangered by an enraged deer,the family's honor is threatened by a well-... more »meaning outlander,and unexpected help is provided by the fearsome county sheriff.When he encounters some members of the Negro community,Clay-Boy makes a discovery about black people;and taking refuge from the snowstorm,he is overwhelmed by the hospitality of 2 genteel lady bootleggers.At midnite an ancient legend is put to test,and when all hope for him is abandoned, Clay Spencer provides a surprising climax to the book, and in a single moment illuminates the triumph of the human spirit.This book with a sunny disposition,rich with life r=that rings true,filled with nostalgia,laughter and tears« less