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Ava's Man

Rick Bragg
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49 pages • 1 hour read

Rick Bragg

Ava's Man

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2001

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    Rick Bragg's Ava's Man is lauded for its heartfelt storytelling and vivid depiction of the author's grandfather, Charlie Bundrum. Critics praise Bragg's lyrical prose and rich Southern atmosphere. Some reviewers, however, note the narrative occasionally wanders, affecting its pace. The portrait of rural life and complex characters remains a powerful highlight.

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    Who Should Read Ava's Man?

    Readers who relish Southern American tales, rich storytelling, and familial legacies will enjoy Ava's Man by Rick Bragg. Comparable to works like North Toward Home by Willie Morris and The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls, it appeals to those who appreciate memoirs imbued with cultural history and personal resilience.

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    Reading Age

    18+years

    Lexile Level

    1150L

    Book Details

    Topics
    History: U.S.
    Period
    Great Depression
    Genre
    Creative Nonfiction