What inspired the choice to set this coming-of-age story in the 1950s South?
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The Dry Grass of August

The Dry Grass of August
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What inspired the choice to set this coming-of-age story in the 1950s South?
Did anyone else feel emotionally connected to the family dynamics, especially the secrets kept beneath the surface?
How do you think the author balanced the nostalgic tone with the heavier themes of racial tension?