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Rick Bragg

    Rick Bragg widmet sich dem Leben der Menschen in den Ausläufern der Appalachen, die oft nur durch Klischees oder Fiktion dargestellt werden. Sein Schreiben zeichnet sich durch eine rohe, herzliche Authentizität aus, die den Widerstand und den Geist dieser Gemeinschaften feiert. Mit seinem erfahrenen journalistischen Hintergrund verfügt Bragg über die einzigartige Fähigkeit, in das Herz seiner Subjekte einzudringen und ihre besonderen Geschichten mit tiefem Einfühlungsvermögen einzufangen. Seine Arbeit ist eine Hymne auf gewöhnliche Leben, die von Härte und Zähigkeit geprägt sind.

    The Prince of Frogtown
    The Speckled Beauty
    Where I Come from: Stories from the Deep South
    The Best Cook in the World: Tales from My Momma's Table
    Jerry Lee Lewis: His Own Story
    The Best Cook in the World
    • The Best Cook in the World

      Tales from My Momma's Southern Table: A Memoir and Cookbook

      • 560 Seiten
      • 20 Lesestunden
      4,4(78)Abgeben

      A gripping narrative unfolds as the protagonist navigates a world filled with unexpected challenges and complex relationships. Themes of resilience and personal growth are explored, highlighting the characters' struggles and triumphs. The story captivates with its rich emotional depth and thought-provoking insights, making it a compelling read for those seeking both entertainment and reflection.

      The Best Cook in the World
    • Jerry Lee Lewis: His Own Story

      • 512 Seiten
      • 18 Lesestunden
      4,4(16)Abgeben

      Celebrated as one of Rolling Stone's top music books of the year, this work delves into the intricacies of the music industry, exploring its cultural impact and the lives of iconic artists. Through engaging narratives and insightful analysis, it uncovers the behind-the-scenes stories that shaped the soundtracks of generations. The book offers a compelling blend of biography, history, and commentary, making it a must-read for music enthusiasts and those interested in the evolution of popular culture.

      Jerry Lee Lewis: His Own Story
    • Margaret Bragg does not own a single cookbook. She measures by "dabs" and "smidgens" and "tads" and "you know, hon, just some." Her notion of farm-to-table is a flatbed truck. Many of her recipes, recorded here for the first time, pre-date the Civil War-- handed down skillet by skillet from one generation of Braggs to the next. Here Rick Bragg finally preserves his heritage by telling stories that framed his mother's cooking and education, from childhood into old age. Because a recipe, writes Bragg, is story like anything else.

      The Best Cook in the World: Tales from My Momma's Table
    • "A collection of wide-ranging and endearingly personal columns by the celebrated author, newspaper columnist, and Pulitzer Prize winner Rick Bragg, culled from his best-loved pieces in Southern Living and Garden & Gun. From his love of Tupperware ("My Affair with Tupperware") to the decline of country music, from the legacy of Harper Lee to the metamorphosis of the pickup truck, the best way to kill fire ants, the unbridled excess of Fat Tuesday, and why any self-respecting southern man worth his salt should carry a good knife, Where I Come From is an ode to the stories and the history of the Deep South, written with tenderness, wit, and deep affection--a book that will be treasured by fans old and new"--

      Where I Come from: Stories from the Deep South
    • The Speckled Beauty

      A Dog and His People

      • 304 Seiten
      • 11 Lesestunden
      4,3(11)Abgeben

      The story centers on Speck, a mischievous and troublesome boy whose antics include grave robbing and challenging livestock. His arrival in Rick Bragg's life coincides with a period of personal turmoil marked by health issues and family losses. Despite his chaotic behavior, Speck provides an unexpected source of companionship and joy, helping Rick navigate through his struggles, even if his methods are unorthodox and often messy. The narrative explores themes of resilience, companionship, and the healing power of unconventional relationships.

      The Speckled Beauty
    • The Prince of Frogtown

      • 272 Seiten
      • 10 Lesestunden
      4,3(91)Abgeben

      The narrative explores a nostalgic journey through Alabama, capturing the essence of Rick Bragg's youth and the rich landscape that shaped him. It delves into the history of Jacksonville's century-old mill and the complexities of his father's character, a troubled yet charismatic figure navigating life's challenges. This final volume weaves personal and regional history, offering a poignant reflection on family and the past.

      The Prince of Frogtown
    • Ava's Man

      • 272 Seiten
      • 10 Lesestunden
      4,3(6271)Abgeben

      Focusing on his grandfather Charlie Bundrum, Rick Bragg weaves a rich tapestry of family history and Southern life. Through the memories of those who knew him, he paints a portrait of a resilient man who provided for his family during the Great Depression, balanced moonshining with a simple life, and embodied a complex mix of toughness and tenderness. Bragg's storytelling captures the essence of Bundrum's character, revealing how his legacy continues to resonate with those he left behind.

      Ava's Man
    • The book delves into the rich tapestry of Southern life, highlighting themes of home, spirit, and the diverse landscapes of Alabama, Cajun country, and the Gulf Coast. It captures regional passions, from college football and fishing to culinary delights like mayonnaise and spoon bread, celebrating the beauty of simple moments. This collection features over a decade's worth of writing, including many essays newly crafted for this edition, offering fresh insights into Southern culture and identity.

      My Southern Journey: True Stories from the Heart of the South
    • Somebody Told Me

      The Newspaper Stories of Rick Bragg

      • 288 Seiten
      • 11 Lesestunden
      4,2(994)Abgeben

      The collection showcases the powerful storytelling of Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist Rick Bragg, highlighting remarkable narratives from diverse individuals. Drawing from his extensive career, he captures the essence of human experience through compelling interviews and poignant anecdotes, revealing the struggles and triumphs of everyday people. This work reflects Bragg's unique ability to connect with his subjects and convey their stories with authenticity and empathy.

      Somebody Told Me
    • My Southern Journey

      • 264 Seiten
      • 10 Lesestunden
      4,1(45)Abgeben

      A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From the celebrated bestselling author of All Over but the Shoutin' and winner of the Pulitzer Prize, Rick Bragg, comes a poignant and wryly funny collection of essays on life in the South. Keenly observed and written with his insightful and deadpan sense of humor, he explores enduring Southern truths about home, place, spirit, table, and the regions' varied geographies, including his native Alabama, Cajun country, and the Gulf Coast. Everything is explored, from regional obsessions from college football and fishing, to mayonnaise and spoonbread, to the simple beauty of a fish on the hook. Collected from over a decade of his writing, with many never-before-published essays written specifically for this edition, My Southern Journey is an entertaining and engaging read, especially for Southerners (or the Southern at heart) and anyone who appreciates great writing.

      My Southern Journey