Justin and the Best Biscuits in the World
- 122 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Suffering in a family full of females, ten-year-old Justin feels that cleaning and keeping house are women's work until he spends time on his beloved grandfather's ranch.
Mildred Pitts Walter Books
This author explores complex human relationships and societal dynamics with keen insight into character psychology. Her writing style is characterized by rich language and meticulous attention to detail, drawing readers deeply into her narratives. Through her work, she aims to illuminate universal themes of love, loss, and the search for identity. Her writing is considered a significant contribution to contemporary literature.
Mildred Pitts Walter's journey from a small-town upbringing in Louisiana to becoming a groundbreaking author in children's literature highlights her dedication to representing African American experiences. After graduating college in 1940, she moved to California and began teaching elementary school. Encouraged to write for African American children, she created stories that challenged stereotypes, notably in "Justin and the Best Biscuits in the World," which featured themes of black cowboys and gender roles. Walter also contributed as a book reviewer for the Los Angeles Times.