A River Called Heaven
A River Called Heaven by Scotland Payne is a work of fiction published in 2012. This 198-page book explores the complexities of life in the segregated South following the passage of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, a period marked by significant social upheaval, including assassinations, race riots, and the Vietnam War. The narrative unfolds against this turbulent backdrop, delving into themes of young love, prejudice, and the dual nature of integration as both a blessing and a curse.
Readers will find a story that intertwines humor and tragedy, set in North Carolina, where a river serves as a sanctuary for a diverse group of characters. This multiracial band confronts the challenges posed by bigotry and racism, offering a nuanced perspective on the societal changes of the time. The book presents a vivid portrayal of the struggles and dynamics within a community grappling with the realities of integration amidst a divided nation.
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The Segregated South a power keg ready to explode after the passage of the ‘1964 Civil Rights Act.’ Our nation did just that with assassinations, race riots, fires and the War raged in Vietnam. See why Integration is a great blessing, yet a curse in this story of young love, prejudice, sex, humor, and tragedy. Against the backdrop of all this turmoil, bigotry and racism, in North Carolina a laid back River Called Heaven flows. A sanctuary for this multiracial band of brigands, challenges the segregated South and bigoted North.
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