My Book and Heart

'My Book and Heart' is an intimate and evocative memoir by Corra Harris, one of the most distinctive Southern voices of the early twentieth century. In this reflective work, Harris chronicles her life with remarkable candor, tracing her journey from her experiences as the wife of a circuit-riding Methodist minister to her eventual emergence as a successful and influential author. The narrative provides a window into the spiritual and social landscape of the rural South, captured through Harris’s signature wit and deep philosophical insight.The work explores themes of faith, resilience, and the pursuit of a literary calling amidst the constraints of domestic and religious expectations. By detailing her struggles and triumphs, Harris offers a poignant look at the life of a woman navigating the complexities of marriage and professional ambition. 'My Book and Heart' serves as a powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit and remains a significant piece of American autobiographical literature. Through its lyrical prose and honest observations, the book offers readers a compelling portrait of a woman who successfully forged her own path while remaining deeply rooted in her heritage and heart.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.