The Magnolia Jungle: The Life, Times and Education of a Southern Editor

The Magnolia Jungle: The Life, Times And Education Of A Southern Editor is a memoir written by P. D. East, chronicling his life and career as a journalist and editor in the American South. The book follows East's journey from his childhood in Mississippi to his years working for newspapers in Louisiana, Alabama, and Georgia. Along the way, he shares his experiences covering major events such as the Civil Rights Movement, Hurricane Katrina, and the aftermath of 9/11.In addition to his journalistic career, East also delves into his personal life, including his relationships with family, friends, and colleagues. He discusses the challenges of being a gay man in the South during a time when homosexuality was not widely accepted, and how his experiences shaped his worldview.Throughout the book, East reflects on the importance of education and the role it played in his life. He shares stories of his own academic journey, including his time at the University of Mississippi and his experiences teaching at various universities in the South.The Magnolia Jungle offers a unique perspective on Southern culture and history, as well as a personal account of one man's journey to find his place in the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.