Walking Across Egypt
Walking Across Egypt by Clyde Edgerton is a novel published by Penguin in 1989, featuring 216 pages in English. The story centers on Mattie Rigsbee, a strong-minded 78-year-old woman who unexpectedly finds herself in the company of Wesley Benfield, a young delinquent. As Mattie navigates her life, she reflects on her independence and the unlikely connections that form around her, including a stray dog that parallels her own journey.
Readers will discover a narrative rich in themes of friendship and Southern life, as Mattie’s character unfolds through her interactions and experiences. The book presents a blend of humor and wisdom, capturing the essence of everyday moments and the warmth of home-cooked meals. Walking Across Egypt invites readers to explore the complexities of relationships and the simple joys that accompany them, making it a relatable and engaging read.
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” An unpretentious, finely-crafted novel that will linger with the readers like the last strains of a favorite hymn. It is more enjoyable than a pitcher full of sweet tea and one of Mattie’s home-cooked dinners.” THE ATLANTA JOURNAL & CONSTITUTIONShe had as much business keeping a stray dog as she had walking across Egypt–which not so incidentally is the title of her favorite hymn. She’s Mattie Rigsbee, an independent, strong-minded senior citizen, who at 78, might be slowing down just a bit. When young, delinquent Wesley Benfield drops in on her life, he is even less likely a companion than the stray dog. But, of course, the dog never tasted her mouth-watering pound cake….Wise witty, down-home and real, WALKING ACROSS EGYPT is a book for everyone.
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