Title: Sad Papaw’s Heritage
Author: Kenny Harmon
Publisher: Readers Magnet, LLC
ISBN: 978-1959165026
Pages: 158
Genre: Memoir / Historical
Reviewed by: Ephantus M.
Pacific Book Review
Sad Papaw’s Heritage by Kenny Harmon offers a chronological look into the lives of the Harmon family’s yore, right from Kentucky to Missouri, to Kansas, and Oklahoma.
The Harmon family has over the years bore the image of resolve and devotion to each other; virtues that have seen it survive the rockiest of roads throughout history. The family’s tale became of interest to the world in March 2016 when Kenny Harmon’s granddaughter Kelsey, posted a photo on Twitter with the caption “Dinner with papaw tonight…he made 12 burgers for all 6 grandkids and I’m the only one who showed. love him.” Unknown to the young girl, her post would elicit an overwhelming response from the social media community, with thousands of people reaching out to Kenny Harmon to claim him as their new grandfather, and many others giving their own grandfathers surprise visits. Amazed at how substantial of a reaction this occurrence had caused, Kenny, assisted by Charlotte Hopkins, would get inspired to let the world into his sphere, for an elaborate exposition of the true heart of the man behind the photo.
This read will take you to an age where Harmon’s ancestors immigrated to America to escape religious persecution, becoming the first permanent white settlers in the New River area of Virginia. Readers will also encounter a period unlike any other, where before an individual married they needed to consider how the families from both sides would merge as one. Individuals such as Mary will leave your jaw open in amazement as details emerge of how she gave birth and went back to work after one day. Beautiful old-fashioned recipes, baseball’s first world series, and the invention of new farming tools will warm your heart as you savor this priceless exposition.
Sad Papaw’s Heritage by Kenny Harmon benefits from the inclusion of plentiful pieces of portraits that can wake up a reader’s memories regarding their lineage. Simply written for easy understanding of some of the priceless, long-forgotten American history, the read efficiently displays the true power of social media, which is influence. We can all acknowledge the reality of just how much it’s ingrained into everyday life. This is conclusively a historical read which will enchant readers of all ages regarding parenthood and past America.
