Books matching: cultural aspects of the gulf coast
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Killing Mister Watson is a compelling fictionalized account of the killing of historical figure Edgar Watson in the turn of the 20th century Everglades. The story is told from multiple perspectives, shedding light on prejudices in the South during that time period. The book explores the character of Watson and those who turned against him, providing insight into the challenges faced by settlers in the dangerous environment of the Florida Everglades.
The narrative of Killing Mister Watson is structured through various voices, each chapter being related by a different narrator, offering a depth and complexity to the story. The book delves into the cultural aspects of the gulf coast of south central Florida, portraying an atmospheric and ambiguous account of historical events surrounding Watson's life and the mysteries of his character.
Sea birds are aloft again, a tattered few. The white terns look dirtied in the somber light and they fly stiffly, feeling out an element they no longer trust. Unable to locate the storm-lost minnows, ...