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Cradle of the copperheads

by Jesse Stuart (1988)

About this book

An autobiographical novel of Jesse Stuart's first year as school-district superintendent in his native Greenup County, Kentucky.

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreCradle of the copperheads Lead Character

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