Review of Mama Said
Posted: 04 Jun 2022, 01:56
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Mama Said" by Jane Clouse Lusk.]
Mama Said by Jane Clouse Lusk tells the story of a woman who had nine children and how her family grew over time. She bears the grief of losing two children while striving to provide a pleasant home for the remaining seven children. The story takes place between the early 1900s and the twenty-first century. As we watch history, such as the progression of transportation from horse wagons to cars, the popularization of electricity, indoor plumbing and running water in homes, a rocket landing on the moon, talking movies, and so on, we see the family grow. They also encounter numerous hardships, including two global wars and the Great Depression. The seven children's development and the family's efforts to improve their lives, as well as their love and respect for their parents, are discussed in this book. The book is divided into two parts: the first portion focuses on the author's memories of her parents, siblings, and extended family, while the second part focuses on submissions from immediate family members as well as some extended family members.
I liked how the author inserted family photos throughout the text. They provided an intriguing look into the author's family's existence. Photographs always bring a tale to life for me and help me relate with the author. The look into early twentieth-century living also piqued my interest. The newspaper clippings and documents presented were especially fascinating because they held a wealth of information and gave an insight into life at the time.
I appreciated the author's recollections of her childhood. Her mother's kind demeanor, the children's exuberance, the visitors who came to see her family, and her father's reliability were all delightful to read about. All of her family's vignettes appeared simple at first, but they painted an image of a warm and loving family. I was envious of the author's family history evidence, which ranged from her siblings' and extended family and friends' recollections to a plethora of photographs and documents. Many people do not have access to their family history, therefore I am grateful that the author decided to document theirs for future generations to learn about.
There isn't a single aspect of the book that I didn't enjoy. It was intriguing to read about their trials and successes. I loved their parents' dedication to education and the fact that they ensured that all of their children received a good education. But it was their unity and devotion to one another that I appreciated the most, and I hope their children continue the tradition.
I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars because it was a gripping story about a family's progression through the ages. While reading the book, I did not spot a single typo or grammatical error, thus I believe it was incredibly well-edited. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in rural life in the United States, particularly throughout the twentieth century. This family offers an interesting and enjoyable look into rural living in the United States.
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Mama Said
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Mama Said by Jane Clouse Lusk tells the story of a woman who had nine children and how her family grew over time. She bears the grief of losing two children while striving to provide a pleasant home for the remaining seven children. The story takes place between the early 1900s and the twenty-first century. As we watch history, such as the progression of transportation from horse wagons to cars, the popularization of electricity, indoor plumbing and running water in homes, a rocket landing on the moon, talking movies, and so on, we see the family grow. They also encounter numerous hardships, including two global wars and the Great Depression. The seven children's development and the family's efforts to improve their lives, as well as their love and respect for their parents, are discussed in this book. The book is divided into two parts: the first portion focuses on the author's memories of her parents, siblings, and extended family, while the second part focuses on submissions from immediate family members as well as some extended family members.
I liked how the author inserted family photos throughout the text. They provided an intriguing look into the author's family's existence. Photographs always bring a tale to life for me and help me relate with the author. The look into early twentieth-century living also piqued my interest. The newspaper clippings and documents presented were especially fascinating because they held a wealth of information and gave an insight into life at the time.
I appreciated the author's recollections of her childhood. Her mother's kind demeanor, the children's exuberance, the visitors who came to see her family, and her father's reliability were all delightful to read about. All of her family's vignettes appeared simple at first, but they painted an image of a warm and loving family. I was envious of the author's family history evidence, which ranged from her siblings' and extended family and friends' recollections to a plethora of photographs and documents. Many people do not have access to their family history, therefore I am grateful that the author decided to document theirs for future generations to learn about.
There isn't a single aspect of the book that I didn't enjoy. It was intriguing to read about their trials and successes. I loved their parents' dedication to education and the fact that they ensured that all of their children received a good education. But it was their unity and devotion to one another that I appreciated the most, and I hope their children continue the tradition.
I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars because it was a gripping story about a family's progression through the ages. While reading the book, I did not spot a single typo or grammatical error, thus I believe it was incredibly well-edited. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in rural life in the United States, particularly throughout the twentieth century. This family offers an interesting and enjoyable look into rural living in the United States.
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Mama Said
View: on Bookshelves