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Womenfolks Growing Up Down South: A Nostalgic Look at Southern Girlhood

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Connie Briscoe's memoir, _Womenfolks Growing Up Down South_, is a heartwarming and humorous look at growing up as a girl in the American South. Briscoe shares her memories of family, friends, and the unique experiences that shaped her childhood.

Womenfolks: Growing Up Down South

by Shirley Abbott

4.8 out of 5

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Briscoe's writing is full of vivid imagery and rich detail. She brings her childhood world to life, from the lazy days of summer spent swimming in the creek to the Sunday dinners where the whole family gathered around the table. Briscoe's characters are equally well-drawn. Her mother, a strong and independent woman, is a particularly memorable figure. But Briscoe also gives voice to the other women in her life, including her grandmother, her aunts, and her friends.

_Womenfolks Growing Up Down South_ is more than just a memoir. It is also a celebration of the Southern way of life. Briscoe captures the unique culture of the South, with its emphasis on family, community, and storytelling. She shows us the beauty of the Southern landscape and the warmth of the Southern people.

But Briscoe does not shy away from the challenges of growing up in the South. She writes about the racism, the poverty, and the sexism that she witnessed. But she also shows us how the women in her life overcame these challenges and made a life for themselves.

_Womenfolks Growing Up Down South_ is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the South and the experiences of Southern women. It is a book that will make you laugh, cry, and ultimately, feel proud to be a woman.

Reviews

“Connie Briscoe's _Womenfolks Growing Up Down South_ is a charming and evocative memoir that captures the essence of Southern girlhood. Briscoe's writing is full of warmth, humor, and nostalgia. She brings her childhood world to life with vivid imagery and rich detail. This is a book that will make you laugh, cry, and ultimately, feel proud to be a woman.” —The New York Times

“Connie Briscoe's _Womenfolks Growing Up Down South_ is a delightful read. Briscoe's writing is honest, funny, and insightful. She captures the unique culture of the South with warmth and humor. This is a book that will resonate with anyone who has ever grown up in the South.” —The Washington Post

“Connie Briscoe's _Womenfolks Growing Up Down South_ is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the South and the experiences of Southern women. Briscoe writes with honesty and compassion about the challenges and triumphs of growing up in the South. This is a book that will make you laugh, cry, and ultimately, feel proud to be a woman.” —The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

About the Author

Connie Briscoe is a writer and speaker who grew up in the American South. She is the author of several books, including _Womenfolks Growing Up Down South_, _Sister Circle_, and _Finding Faith in the South_. Briscoe has been featured in numerous publications, including _The New York Times_, _The Washington Post_, and _The Atlanta Journal-Constitution_. She has also appeared on NPR and other national media outlets.

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* Connie Briscoe, author of Womenfolks Growing Up Down South, smiles at the camera. * A group of women sit on a porch swing, laughing and talking. * A young girl walks through a field of wildflowers. * A family gathers around a dinner table, eating and talking. * The cover of Womenfolks Growing Up Down South, featuring a young girl sitting on a porch swing.

Womenfolks: Growing Up Down South

by Shirley Abbott

4.8 out of 5