Book Talk with Beth Howard: Song for a Hard-Hit People
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About this event
One of 4 upcoming events at West Virginia Mine Wars Museum.
Join us on November 6th at 6:00 PM as we welcome Beth Howard, author of the newly released memoir Song for a Hard-Hit People."In Song for a Hard-Hit People, Beth Howard shares her story of growing up in Appalachian Kentucky—the economic struggles, trauma, and ever-present sexism along with the loving care of her close-knit rural community. These complex people shaped Howard’s sense of justice and solidarity, and taught her about the inextricable bonds working-class people share, despite our differences."—Haymarket BooksThis event will be held in the Matewan Community Center on the 2nd floor of the Cecil E. Roberts Building in Matewan, West Virginia. Entry is free!Copies of Song for a Hard-Hit People will be available for purchase at the event and on our website at wvminewars.org/shop. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet the author!