Looking for work Quote by Mildred D. Taylor
““In 1930 the price of cotton dropped. And so, in the spring of 1931, Papa set out looking for work, going as far north as Memphis and as far south as the Delta country. He had gone west too, into Louisiana. It was there he found work laying track for the railroad. He worked the remainder of the year away from us, not returning until the deep winter when the ground was cold and barren. The following spring after the planting was finished, he did the same. Now it was 1933, and Papa was again in Louisiana laying track. I””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry, 1976
During the Great Depression, a father travels far for work, reflecting economic hardship and family separation.
In simple terms: Father seeks work far away during hard times.
Key Takeaway
Support family despite distance.
Themes
hardship
family
migration
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
historical
narrative
When to use this quote
- rural families
- seasonal work
- search migration
Key Concepts
economic depression
labor
racial inequality
Questions to Reflect On
- How does distance affect family unity?
- What can families do to stay connected during hardship?
A Different Perspective
Economic pressure can strain family bonds and health.
