Vine and Fig Tree: Salt River County Chronicles

Regional Author- Universal Appeal:
Howard's Vine and Fig Tree is reminiscent of other regional authors such as David Ebershoff (Pasadena)or John Berendt (Midnight in The Garden...)whose books, while thouroughly grounded in place are oddly familiar. We know these people or would like to. Vine and Fig Tree, is full of the same wise, everyday humor fans loved so much in the work of James Harriot. Small tales,lovingly told with an unsparing eye for the little ironies of everyday life. A small gem - sure to be a keeper. Not just for those from Missouri, book clubs will enjoy its universal appeal.