Yes! And that’s why your stories have always had the ring of authenticity that the parachute artists lack. I worked for a number of years in Scranton. New York Times or Washington Post reporters would stumble into town periodically to write what we called “grim little city” stories. As in “In this grim little city where nothing good ever happens this correspondent found (fill in the blank).” Our strange customs were described to readers in the manner of Stanley finding Livingston in the jungle. All quite unrealistic. You have provided a good guide on how to avoid that. By the way, I have spent time in Bedford and Coudersport. Pitcairn too.
In many ways, you and your work helped me on these stories. I should’ve added another bullet point about getting outside perspective on something. Your sources were always great with that.
Yes! Sharyn McCrumb dedicated an entire novel to this phenomenon. It's aptly called, The Devils Amongst the Lawyers. In fact, her Appalachian writing works hard to debunk stereotype.
I think this is a fabulous idea that needs more exploration. Your points are great. I also love New Kid in Town by the Eagles!
Yes! And that’s why your stories have always had the ring of authenticity that the parachute artists lack. I worked for a number of years in Scranton. New York Times or Washington Post reporters would stumble into town periodically to write what we called “grim little city” stories. As in “In this grim little city where nothing good ever happens this correspondent found (fill in the blank).” Our strange customs were described to readers in the manner of Stanley finding Livingston in the jungle. All quite unrealistic. You have provided a good guide on how to avoid that. By the way, I have spent time in Bedford and Coudersport. Pitcairn too.
Also, excellent Stanley and Livingston reference!
In many ways, you and your work helped me on these stories. I should’ve added another bullet point about getting outside perspective on something. Your sources were always great with that.
Yes! Sharyn McCrumb dedicated an entire novel to this phenomenon. It's aptly called, The Devils Amongst the Lawyers. In fact, her Appalachian writing works hard to debunk stereotype.
I think this is a fabulous idea that needs more exploration. Your points are great. I also love New Kid in Town by the Eagles!