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Queen of the Turtle Derby and Other Southern Phenomena
Queen of the Turtle Derby and Other Southern Phenomena Author:Julia Reed In classic Dixie storytelling fashion, with a rare blend of literary elegance and plainspoken humor, the inimitably charming, staunchly Southern Julia Reed wends her way below the Mason-Dixon line and observes many phenomena– from politics, religion, and women to weather, guns, and what she calls “drinking and other Southern pursuits... more ».”
To hear Reed tell it, the South is another country. She builds an entertaining and persuasive case, using as examples everything from its unfathomable codes of conduct to its disciplined fashion sense. And then there is Southern food, which is an entire world apart: Gumbo, grits, greens, and, of course, fried chicken make memorable appearances in Reed’s essays, which will amuse, delight, and even explain a thing or two to baffled Yankees everywhere.
Mysterious ways Eat here Trigger happiness To live and die in Dixie Lady killers American beauty Southern fashion explained Cat fight Whiskey weather On soggy ground The real first lady George Jones, Inc Tender mercies Tough love Queen for a day Miss Scarlett Member of the club License to kill Bird song A plague on our houses That's entertainment! The morning after Snake world Color me red A reader's guide« less
Cute easy read especially if you grew up as a Southern Belle! Funny light humor to enjoy on a rainy day! I enjoyed this! It is very upbeat and kept me laughing out loud.
Julia Reed is a fabulous writer. I enjoyed reading all about the South and those special Southern customs, traditions, food -- everything. Once you read this book, please read her other books. You will not be disappointed
If you are a Southerner you will find yourself laughing out loud as you read this one. You would do well to get a sign, "Pay me no mind I'm reading 'Queen of the Turtle Derby' to avoid people asking you, "What's so funny?"