Reviews
- Earnest C. Imbach (Visalia, CA)Many other books I’ve read authentically reflect what dust bowl people had to endure to survive and maintain “hope.” Ron Hughart’s book is more of an autobiography where he shares many similar stories, but at a later date – one or two generations removed. It amazes me that someone the age of my own children experienced the “Grapes of Wrath” way of life – just trying to survive by constantly moving on from one migrant camp to the next. Hoping, looking ...
- sue1960 (Visalia, CA United States)WOW! I just finished reading this book for the third time and I am still overwhelmed at the author’s generosity. To share such a truly personal and emotional story of his childhood with us is a gift in itself. I was born and raised in Central California, in the heart of agriculture, there were many kids like Ron in my life while I was growing up. This book will make you stop, reflect and wonder about those friends you had for ...