Ecology of a Cracker Childhood

Fantastic read! Growing up in SC, this book was like reading about my own childhood at times, sharing much of the same flora and fauna as well as the same Southern ways. I highly recommend giving this a read if you grew up in the Southeastern US, particularly around ‘50-‘80, or are eager to read a passionate recollection of growing up in that period.

Living here all my life, I can truly feel the love Ray has for this land and just how well she has learned it over the years. So many observations she made hit home and I couldn't agree more with her views on this flat, predictable, vulnerable landscape. I share many of her loves and worries, and truly hope that we can find a way to preserve our unique ecosystems for future generations.