"What Happened to Me" by La Salle Corbell Pickett is a memoir that explores the author's memories of growing up in Virginia during the tumultuous early 20th century. The book starts with her unexpected arrival into the world as a surprise baby girl and goes on to recapture vivid childhood moments and cherished early relationships. Readers gain insight into the author's close-knit family, the cultural traditions that molded her identity, and the societal context that defined her experience as a woman. The book promises a reflective look at love, loss, and the complexities of life during this era.
What Happened to Me
By La Salle Corbell Pickett
Experience the surprising birth and vibrant childhood of a young girl coming of age in the American South amid societal expectations and cherished family bonds.
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