I read Harpsong by Rilla Askew for the second time last week
and I marvel at the memories she must have of her family during the depression. It is a real, true account of that
time and contains words that have passed out of everyday
conversation. She can be poetic as well as gritty and she
tugs at your heartstrings.

She is an Oklahoma author, teaching creative writing at O.U.
She must have steeped her self in old stories to be able
to write as she does. Her books tend to hurt but they are
worth it. The first one I read was The Mercy Seat and I have
Fire in Beulah left to enjoy.

My grandson is an English major at O.U. and I hope he is able
to take some of her classes. I believe she is on Sabbatical
this year. Try one, you'll like them.