Southern Crossfire
A Novel of the Civil Rights Era
by
Book Details
Language :
English
Publication Date :
11/14/2007
Format :
Softcover
Dimensions :
6x9
Page Count :
412
ISBN :
9780595465255
About the Book
Set in Alabama in the 1960s, Southern Crossfire tells the story of a white Auburn University student, Duke, who becomes involved in the black voter registration project in nearby Tuskegee. Since he has several friends from Tuskegee, the project leaders convince him to use these relationships to supply information about the plans and activities of local Klansmen.
As the story unfolds, Duke encounters many of the social issues that made the '60s such a tumultuous time-loosening sexual practices, drugs, abortion, interracial relationships, even a passing reference to homosexuality. The story has elements of intrigue and betrayal, violence and romance, philosophy and frivolity. Historical characters appear and lend realism to this fictional story-that just could have happened.About the Author
Don Weathington is a retired Licensed Professional Counselor and a combat veteran of Viet Nam. He is the father of three and the grandfather of four (so far). He lives with his wife, Faith, in North Carolina.