In the Land of Cotton

Product Description (from Amazon.com)


SLAVERY IS MORE THAN CHAINS AND SHACKLES

SLAVERY IS A STATE OF MIND

Immerse yourself in this highly anticipated political docu-drama set in the Deep South amidst the backdrop of the Civil Rights Movement.

Martha was a young white girl living in the Deep South, inundated with the racist sentiments of the times. But Martha's natural curiosity and generous heart led her to question this racial divide. When she discovered a primitive Negro family living deep in the woods near her house, everyone's life changed forever.

Take the journey of a lifetime alongside Martha as she forges relationships that lead to self discovery and a clearer understanding of the world around her. In the Land of Cotton provides an outstanding snapshot of life in the South during those troubled times - a snapshot everyone should take a close look at, regardless of era or color.

The year was 1956.

MY REVIEW

Oh this is an amazing amazing book people! I was instantly drawn into Martha's story. I have always been very removed from the "Deep South" since I live in Canada and the Civil Rights Movement happened years before I was born. This book opened up a whole new understanding for me of that turbulent era. Taylor writes absolutely beautifully and paints vivid pictures with her words. I felt strong emotions reading In the Land of Cotton and I would DEFINITELY recommend it!