Kai Molvig Books

This book, first published in 1970, combines the efforts of New American Library and The World Publishing Company, showcasing a unique collaboration in its release. The narrative explores themes relevant to its time, offering insights into the cultural and social dynamics of the era. Readers can expect a rich tapestry of characters and situations that reflect the complexities of the period, making it a significant contribution to literature of that decade.

The Optimist's Daughter is the story of Laurel McKelva Hand, a young woman who has left the South and returns, years later, to New Orleans, where her father is dying. After his death, she and her silly young stepmother go back still farther, to the small Mississippi town where she grew up. Alone in the old house, Laurel finally comes to an understanding of the past, herself, and her parents.