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Cleo Threadgood, 86, shares a lifetime of memories of Whistle Stop, Ala.where the social scene centered on its one cafewith Evelyn Couch, a younger woman who is looking for meaning in her life. PW described this as "lively readingthe kind that eventually nourishes Evelyn and the reader as well."
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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"A REAL NOVEL AND A GOOD ONE . . . [FROM] THE BUSY BRAIN OF A BORN STORYTELLER."
--The New York Times
"IT'S VERY GOOD, IN FACT, JUST WONDERFUL."
--Los Angeles Times
"COURAGEOUS AND WISE."
--Houston Chronicle
--The New York Times
"IT'S VERY GOOD, IN FACT, JUST WONDERFUL."
--Los Angeles Times
"COURAGEOUS AND WISE."
--Houston Chronicle
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The Whistle Stop Cafe opened up last week, right next door to me at the post office, and owners Idgie Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison said business has been good ever since. Read the first page
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The Whistle Stop Cafe opened up last week, right next door to me at the post office, and owners Idgie Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison said business has been good ever since. Read the first page
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5.0 out of 5 stars
A deep-fried Southern book with heart,
This review is from: Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistlestop Cafe (Mass Market Paperback)
We expect so much from our Southern authors, and rightly so---they're the cream of the crop when it comes to storytelling and craft. Yet I can count on one hand the books that stay with me forever. McCrae's BARK OF THE DOGWOOD comes to mind with its ultimate Southernisms and commentary on today's society, family dysfunction, etc. Then there's DIVINE SECRETS OF THE YA-YA which everyone knows and loves. STEEL MAGNOLIAS is another. And last but not least (actually should have been first in line) --------FRIED GREEN TOMATOES. FGT is by far, for me, THE Southern book. I adore the movie, but if you really want to get to the heart of great Southern writing, you'll want to read the book. In this light-hearted novel, we join Ninny Thredgoode as she reminices her past at the Whistle Stop. There, we join the unforgettable characters in their pranks, their heroism, their ordeals, and of course their joys and sadness. We are taught one simple lesson through the author's unique way of storytelling - to be contented and embrace whatever life has to offer. After finishing the book, I find myself thinking of Ruth, Idgie, Big George and crowd and wish that i could have known them. If you want an excellent read that will warm your heart, FRIED GREEN TOMATOES is the book.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Flagg this one for reading,
This review is from: Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistlestop Cafe (Mass Market Paperback)
Southern writers just seem to do it for me. I don't know why, but they're the best, hitting the nail on the head almost all the time. Think of Lee with her "To Kill a Mockingbird," or McCrae with his "Children's Corner," harrowing, shocking, funny, and above all, well-written. Enter FGT by Flagg. Possibly THE southern book. Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle stop cafe is a wonderful story. I would have to say even better than the movie. The story takes place in two different times. The 1920's and the 1980's. This book shows characteristics of personality that has grown cold to the American culture. Such as true love and devotion, Loyal friendship, and selfless ness.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Great Great !,
By vanessa moore (Gallup NM) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe: A Novel (Hardcover)
This book is about life in the early 1900s and life in the 80s. It's bout how no matter when you are alive you have to deal with the same types of situations. This story stays true to the south. The relationship between Idgie and Ruth is so inspiring. I would recommend this book to anybody who enjoys a good laugh and a good cry. I personally enjoyed this book because it gives you a lot of life's lessons in a small book.
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