{"product_id":"mississippi-hippie-a-life-in-49-pieces-paperback","title":"Mississippi Hippie: A Life in 49 Pieces - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eWilliam M. Bearden\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Mississippi Hippie\" is a gripping memoir that delves into themes of identity, resilience, and the human spirit's unwavering strength. Willy Bearden's captivating storytelling sheds light on life's complexities, the impact of race, and a young man's quest to break free from societal norms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom the heart of the mysterious Mississippi Delta, Willy Bearden embarks on an unforgettable journey chronicled in \"Mississippi Hippie: A Life in 49 Pieces.\" Through poignant vignettes, Bearden, a noted Memphis author and filmmaker, paints a vivid picture of a bygone era, from the harsh cotton fields to the colorful characters of Rolling Fork's pool halls and beauty parlors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSettling in Memphis and working as a liquor delivery driver opens doors to experiences beyond imagination. Despite a tumultuous upbringing marked by his father's struggles with alcoholism and family discord, Bearden finds solace in the protest music of the late 1960s, sparking his awakening and shaping his worldview.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Bearden embraces the ethos of the hippie movement, he sets off on a transformative journey. With nothing but a backpack and a hunger for adventure, he hitchhikes across the country, immersing himself in the vibrant counterculture while grappling with the loss of loved ones, a poignant reminder of life's fragility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Mississippi Hippie\" is far more than a memoir; it's a pulsating exploration of resilience, rebellion, and the enduring human desire to find a place to call home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 286\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.64 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 18, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46699008688313,"sku":"9798990402324","price":35.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/4309\/4713\/files\/OQtvjLjv389798990402324.webp?v=1782972348","url":"https:\/\/thoobo.com\/products\/mississippi-hippie-a-life-in-49-pieces-paperback","provider":"Thoobo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}