When the Sorghum Was High

When the Sorghum Was High

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When The Sorghum Was High is a novel written by John Joseph Considine. The story is set in the early 20th century and revolves around the life of a young boy named Tom Carmody. Tom grows up in rural America, where his family is struggling to make ends meet. Despite the hardships, Tom is a curious and adventurous child who is eager to explore the world around him.As Tom grows older, he becomes increasingly interested in the world of agriculture and farming. He spends his days working on his family's farm, learning about the different crops and animals that they raise. One summer, Tom becomes fascinated with the sorghum crop that his family is growing. He spends hours watching the plants grow and learning about the process of making sorghum syrup.As the summer progresses, Tom's life takes a dramatic turn. He discovers a dark secret about his family's past that threatens to tear them apart. Tom must navigate the complex relationships within his family and come to terms with the truth about his heritage.When The Sorghum Was High is a poignant and beautifully written novel that explores themes of family, identity, and the power of tradition. It is a timeless story that will resonate with readers of all ages.A Narrative Biography Of Father Gerard A. Donovan Of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, A Maryknoll Missioner Slain By Bandits In Manchukuo.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781258097295
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Imprint: Literary Licensing, LLC
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 186
Weight: 445g
Height: 229mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 14mm