Oral History

by Lee Smith

4.04 • 3,991 ratings • 227 reviews

Overview

When Jennifer, a college student, returns to her childhood home of Hoot Owl Holler with a tape recorder, the tales of murder and suicide, incest and blood ties, bring to life a vibrant story of a doomed family that still refuses to give up....

36,114 currently reading

152,889 want to read

Sponsored

Genres

Fiction Classics Historical Fiction Mystery Thriller Young Adult Ebooks

Book details & editions

ISBN	0345410289
Publisher	Ballantine Books
Publication date	October 2026
Language	English
Pages	401 pages

Sponsored

About the Author

Lee Smith

Known for writing in a clear, engaging, and easy-to-follow style. The work feels natural and flows smoothly, making it enjoyable from beginning to end.