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Dirt Poor Islanders

Dirt Poor Islanders

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Immerse yourself in a captivating narrative that explores the raw and authentic experiences of life on the fringes. This mesmerizing debut novel by Winnie Dunn offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of those often overlooked, weaving a tale that is both thought-provoking and deeply human. Set against the backdrop of an island community, the story unfolds with rich, evocative prose that captures the essence of struggle and resilience. Published by Hachette Australia, this work of fiction invites readers to reflect on themes of identity, belonging, and the universal quest for a better life. Dive into a world where every page is infused with emotion and insight, leaving a lasting impression long after the final chapter.
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Immerse yourself in a captivating narrative that explores the raw and authentic experiences of life on the fringes. This mesmerizing debut novel by Winnie Dunn offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of those often overlooked, weaving a tale that is both thought-provoking and deeply human. Set against the backdrop of an island community, the story unfolds with rich, evocative prose that captures the essence of struggle and resilience. Published by Hachette Australia, this work of fiction invites readers to reflect on themes of identity, belonging, and the universal quest for a better life. Dive into a world where every page is infused with emotion and insight, leaving a lasting impression long after the final chapter.
Track Listing

Disc 1: The Southeast • Memphis | Bristol | Johnson City | Louisville | Ashland | Charlotte

The Coo-Coo Bird

On The Road Again

The Panama Limited

Indian War Whoop

'Tain't Nobody Business If I Do (Part 1)

K.C. Railroad Blues

I Am Bound For The Promised Land

Cottonfield Blues (Part 2)

I Wish I Was A Mole In The Ground

Down On Penny's Farm

Foldin' Bed

Greenback Dollar

Tallahatchie River Blues

Walk Right In

Bury Me Under The Weeping Willow

Old Dog Blue

Bayou Teche

Cool Drink Of Water Blues

Train On The Island

Disc 2: Atlanta • The Origin Of Commercial Field Recording

My Heart Keeps Singing

Ninety-Nine Year Blues

I Get My Whisky From Rockingham

Death's Black Train Is Coming

Waiting For A Train

Darling, Where Have You Been So Long?

Rocky Road

Ma Blonde Est Partie

Peg And Awl

Chocolate To The Bone

Down On Me

Prenez Courage

Pickin' Off Peanuts

Just Because

Dupree Blues

Ladies On The Steamboat

Mamma, 'Tain't Long Fo' Day

Disc 3: New York City | East Coast • The Birthplace Of Electric Recording

Cecilia

La Coquetera

Coconito

Lovesick Blues

Long Tall Mama

John Henry Blues

Mr. Tom Hughes' Town

Louis Collins

I Am The Light Of The World

Fifty Miles Of Elbow Room

Chant Of The Eagle Dance

Hilo Hula (Hilo Hanakahi)

If The River Was Whiskey

Stackalee

The Wreck Of The '97

Faded Coat Of Blue

Country Blues

Sail Away Ladies

Sail Away Lady

Sallie Gooden

Arkansas Traveler

Disc 4: The Midwest • Chicago | St. Louis | Richmond | Grafton

Hard Time Blues

Down The Dirt Road Blues

Poor Boy, Long Ways From Home

Hastings Street

See That My Grave Is Kept Clean

Gonna Have 'Lasses In The Morning

New Orleans Stop Time

Prove It On Me Blues

I'm Gonna Die With My Hammer In My Hand

Last Kind Words Blues

Banjoreno

It's A Good Thing

Trust In God And Do The Right

Someday Baby Blues

Lonesome Road Blues

Future Blues

Bull Doze Blues

Brown Skin Gal (Down The Lane)

Henry Lee

Old Country Rock

La Danseuse (The Dancer)

My Black Mama (Parts 1 & 2)

Cypress Grove Blues

Disc 5: The Deep South & The West • Birmingham | Jackson | Hattiesburg | New Orleans | Shreveport | Dallas | San Antonio | Los Angeles | San Francisco

Cross Road Blues

Mal Hombre

Sunshine Special

Old Jim Kinnane's

Les Blues De Voyage (Travel Blues)

The Lost Child

I'm Gonna Cross The River Of Jordan Some Of These Days

Tomi Tomi

Sittin' On Top Of The World

James Alley Brown

The Indian Tom Tom

Blues In A Bottle

Je Me Suis En Alle

Dark Was The Night, Cold Was The Ground

E, Mama Ea

Ghost Dance

Woke Up This Morning (With My Mind On Jesus)

Allons À Lafayette

Corrido De Joaquín Murrieta (Parts 1 & 2)

Denomination Blues (Parts 1 & 2)

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