James Still
Born: 01-01-1906
James Still was a celebrated American writer known for his vivid portrayal of Appalachian life. Born in Alabama in 1906, he spent much of his life in Kentucky, where he drew inspiration for his works. His most famous novel, "River of Earth," captures the struggles of a coal-mining family. Still's poetic style and deep empathy for his characters earned him recognition as a pivotal figure in regional literature.
Book summaries for books written by James Still
Quotes
It's time to go to bed now and dream and sleep.
We've got to think about getting along.
A good man's got to be a good neighbor.
A man's got to keep his mind on what he's a-doing.
It's a hard world to get through.
You've got to work and pray.
Children have to learn to work.
A man's got to make his own living.
Some folks never get what they want.
It's a good thing to be able to laugh at hard times.
Times are hard and getting harder.
You've got to look ahead and plan for the future.