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Exploring the eccentricities of Southern life, the essays delve into unique pastimes such as hand-catching catfish and chicken fighting, revealing a world rich with character. Bilger's humorous yet respectful approach highlights the dedication and oddities of those he encounters, blending history, anecdotes, and personal insights. Each essay not only showcases these unusual activities but also reflects on the obsessive individualism that defines the American spirit, offering a deeper understanding of a culture often overlooked.
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Noodling for Flatheads, Burkhard Bilger
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- Released
- 2002
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- Title
- Noodling for Flatheads
- Subtitle
- Moonshine, Monster Catfish, and Other Southern Comforts
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Burkhard Bilger
- Publisher
- Scribner
- Released
- 2002
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 254
- ISBN13
- 9780684850115
- Category
- Travelogues
- Description
- Exploring the eccentricities of Southern life, the essays delve into unique pastimes such as hand-catching catfish and chicken fighting, revealing a world rich with character. Bilger's humorous yet respectful approach highlights the dedication and oddities of those he encounters, blending history, anecdotes, and personal insights. Each essay not only showcases these unusual activities but also reflects on the obsessive individualism that defines the American spirit, offering a deeper understanding of a culture often overlooked.