Queen of the Hillbillies in the Arkansas Historical Quarterly’s Book Notes
“… she enriched the whole nation’s appreciation for for Ozarks culture.”
“… she enriched the whole nation’s appreciation for for Ozarks culture.”
“For those seeking to understand Arkansas in the first half of the twentieth century, Barnes has contributed an essential study.”
Award given by the Arkansas Historical Association for the best book-length historical study (nonfiction) of any aspect of Arkansas history.
“Creative, insightful, and downright sociable, May Kennedy McCord’s writing is a testament to her deep love for and personal connection to her beloved region…”
“I think books in the series will speak to the diversity of African American stories – obstacles, ways of thriving, ways of surviving.”
Sarah Neidhardt revisits her childhood with compassion and candor.