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- Phil Easley
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- "For the Blood Is the Life"
- Summary: Goat killing chronicles homegrown ingenuity in the mountains of Appalachia
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Review of For the Blood Is the Life
Phil Easley
Posted on April 02, 2004 at 08:10 AM
Here's an unusual mix that's sure to turn a few heads: religion, children, and goat-killing. This story provides a fascinating glimpse into Appalachian family life and tradition as it weaves together the laughter of children, the the sweet but final bleats of a yearling goat, some heartfelt biblical testimony, and practical advice on raising and killing goats...
a story with a strong sense of place, tradition and culture.