Raisin' Cane in Appalachia

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Set against the backdrop of Appalachia, the narrative explores the challenges and joys of growing up in a large family of thirteen children. Living on a modest farm known as "The Holler," the siblings worked alongside their parents, Steve and Thelma, to cultivate the land and sustain their livelihood. David Osborne reflects on the relentless labor that defined their lives, emphasizing the seasonal nature of their work while capturing the essence of family and resilience in a rugged environment.