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I Am One Of You Forever: A Novel,New
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Wonderfully Funny And Also Deeply Touching, I Am One Of You Forever Is The Story Of A Young Boy'S Coming Of Age. Set In The Hills And Hollows Of Western North Carolina In The Years Around World War Ii, It Tells Of Tenyearold Jess And His Familyfather, Mother, Grandmother, Foster Brother, And An Odd Assortment Of Other Relativeswho Usher Jess Into The Adult World, With All Its Attendant Joys And Sorrows, Knowledge And Mystery.Jess'S Father Is Feisty, Restless, And Funloving. His Mother Is Straitlaced And Serious But Accepts With Grace And Good Humor The Antics Of The Men Of The Family, A Trait She Learned From Her Own Mother. Johnson Gibbs Is The Orphaned Teenager Who Comes To Live With Them On Their Mountain Farm. Life On The Laurelcovered Mountain Is Isolated And At Times Difficult, But For Jess It Is Made Rich And Remarkable Through His Relationship With His Father And, Especially, Johnson Gibbs.Visiting The Farm From Time To Time Is A Gallery Of Eccentric Relatives Who Are Surely Among The Most Memorable Creations In Recent Fiction. Uncle Luden Is A Womanizer Who Left The Mountains Years Ago For A Job In California That 'Paid Actual Cash Money.' Uncle Gurton Has A Spooky Way Of Appearing And Disappearing Without Ever Seeming To Enter Or Exit, But It Is His Flowing Beard, Which He Has Apparently Never Trimmed And Which He Keeps Tucked Inside His Overalls, That Is Of Most Fascination To Jess.Uncle Zeno Is A Storyteller. With The Words 'That Puts Me In Mind Of...' Everyone Around Knows That He Is About To Launch Into Another Of His Endless Tales. Uncle Runkin, Who Always Brings His Handmade Coffin To Sleep In Whenever He Visits, Spends His Time Carving Intricate Designs Into The Coffin And Trying To Find Just The Right Epitaph For His Tombstone. Aunt Samantha Barefoot Stops By For A Brief Spell, Too. A Country Singer And Cousin To Jess'S Grandmother, She Is A Woman Of Uncensored Speech (Jess Learns A Lot From Her) And Honest Emotions. Chappell Tells The Story Of All Of These Characters In A Series Of Chapters That Range From Fantasy And Near Farce To Pathos. As Notable For Its Lyrical Descriptions Of The Rural Settings As For Its Finely Honed Vernacular Dialogue, I Am One Of You Forever Shows Us A World Full Of Wit And Wisdom And The Sadness At The Heart Of Things. As One Would Expect From A Poet Like Fred Chappell, Every Line Offers Its Own Pleasures And Satisfactions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'I Am One of You Forever'? A: The main theme revolves around the coming-of-age journey of a young boy named Jess as he navigates life in rural North Carolina during World War II, exploring the complexities of family dynamics and personal growth.
- Q: Who is the author of 'I Am One of You Forever'? A: The author of 'I Am One of You Forever' is Fred Chappell, an acclaimed poet and novelist known for his lyrical storytelling.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: The book contains 184 pages, making it a concise yet rich narrative.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of 'I Am One of You Forever' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'I Am One of You Forever' published? A: The novel was published on July 1, 1987.
- Q: Is 'I Am One of You Forever' suitable for all ages? A: While the book tackles themes relevant to adults, its coming-of-age story may also resonate with younger readers, making it appropriate for a wide range of ages.
- Q: What kind of writing style can I expect from Fred Chappell? A: Fred Chappell's writing style is characterized by lyrical descriptions, finely honed vernacular dialogue, and a blend of humor with poignant themes.
- Q: What are the notable features of 'I Am One of You Forever'? A: The notable features include its rich character portrayals, engaging narrative, and exploration of family relationships and rural life during a historical period.
- Q: Can I find this book in other formats? A: Currently, 'I Am One of You Forever' is available in paperback, but it is advisable to check with retailers for any additional formats like eBook or audiobook.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition for readers.