Bloodline: Five Stories

These were my first short stories by Mr. Ernest Gaines. They are all set in his writing comfort zone in rural Louisiana. All of his books are done in the old Southern Negro dialect. My kindle reader had a hard time with some of the words and expressions.Otherwise, the stories are vintage Gaines. They tell of family, poverty, religion, racial bias and just "hard times" living while black in the rural, segregated South. He also does a wonderful job of dealing with generational family issues. These stories speak of siblings, parents and grandparents interactions as they grapple with the societal and social issues of the day. They demonstrate the true meaning of "It Takes a Village......".If you like other Gaines books, I trust that you will not be disappointed with these five short stories.Walter M.South Carolina

Excellent stories in this series by Gaines. This writer was recommended to me by a friend. I will definitely read more of his stories. He writes from the perspective of a black person experiencing segregation and does so in a way that is vivid but not angry.

Ernest J. Gaines must be acknowledged as one of the masters of the long short story. In Bloodline he is in top form. In the few pages each story encompasses, Gaines reveals a world many of us have never seen--the world of poor black people only a few decades ago. His characters are realistic, deftly drawn, and full of surprising depth. His language is the language of the people, and it rings true. If you don't read anything else this year, read "Bloodline" and "A Long Day in November" from this collection.

Gaines is a great writer.Used book was listed as "satisfactory." Pages were a little dirty and it showed a lot of wear but was very readable. Condition was about what should be expected.

Bloodline's short stories is a great way to teach teen agers Black History. The short stories captures the readers interest, and makes the readers want to know more. Ernest Gaines stories are very good ,and generates an interest that makes the readers want to read more of his writings.

I absolutely love this author. The stories are so interesting. You feel as if you are in the time and place. I have at least four of his books. A couple i've purchased twice because i reread and lend. Amazing story teller.

I loved this book. It did a wonderful job of expressing the interactions between family members during troublesome times. Of course, I think his books should be required reading for everyone. :-)

This is a "must read" by an award winning African American author. Gaines is from rural Louisiana, using authentic language and cultural reflections. Each story is better than the next!

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