The Seventh Child
The Seventh Child by Freddie Mae Baxter, published by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group on May 9, 2000, is a 240-page exploration of the author’s life and experiences. In this edition, Baxter, at 75 years old, shares her story with a voice that is both charming and wise, reflecting on her upbringing as the seventh of eight children in a challenging environment marked by poverty and the realities of Jim Crow.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into Baxter’s multifaceted life, including her work in cotton fields and factories, as well as her role in raising children from affluent families. The book touches on themes of resilience, faith, and the complexities of social dynamics, offering insights into American culture and the African American experience. Through her vivid storytelling, Baxter presents a celebration of life’s simple joys and the strength found in community and personal conviction.
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“Charming…. An uplifting story of tough breaks, hard work, and a generous heart.”–People
In The Seventh Child, Freddie Mae Baxter–75 years old, compassionate, hauntingly wise–tells her story and the story of the twentieth century in her own charming, unforgettable voice.
Freddie Mae is as complex as she is irresistible. The seventh of eight children, she grew up in poverty at the height of Jim Crow. She picked cotton, worked in a factory, and raised the white sons and daughters of Manhattan’s Upper East Side. She is a devout believer who disagrees with the Church and a fiscally responsible citizen with a weakness for Atlantic City. Heartwarming, vivid, illuminating, The Seventh Child celebrates the bounty of life’s simple joys and introduces an American Soul to be cherished.
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