“What the color is, who the daddy be, who the mama is don’t mean nothin’. We family, carin’ for each other. Family make us strong in times of trouble. We all stick together, help each other out. That the real meanin’ of family. When you grow up, you take that family feelin’ with you.”
Quote by Kathleen Grissom
Work
The Kitchen House: A Novel
This novel follows the story of Lavinia, an indentured servant born into a white family, and her complex relationships with the people of a Virginia plantation. The narrative delves into the lives of slaves, masters, and the indentured servants, offering a nuanced perspective on the American South during a pivotal historical period. more
Author
Kathleen Grissom
Limited information is available about Kathleen Grissom, who is known to be a historian. Details about her life, achievements, and impact are not specified. more
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