In-Laws, Outlaws, Friends, and Foes: A Southern Collection [Paperback]

Pamela Kopfler (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 31, 2003

Crossing both generations and genders, the anecdotal stories in this collection are tinged with a Southern flavor that encourages reflection on and amusement about life.

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In In-Laws, Outlaws, Friends, and Foes: A Southern Collection, Pamela McConathy Kopfler makes light of stressful situations, from tardy contractors to the eternal battle between fair-skinned women and the sun. Kopfler covers the experiences and memories of everyday life with a conversational style and down-to-earth wit that crosses both genders and generations in its appeal. This collection of anecdotes offers reflections on such universal issues as motherhood, friendship, and family, all with a southern flair.

About the Author

A former television reporter, Pamela McConathy Kopfler hosted a home-and-garden show, and her writing has appeared in Louisiana Gardener. She received her bachelor of science degree from Louisiana Tech University and currently resides in Houma, Louisiana, with her husband and two children, who are featured prominently in this work.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Pelican Publishing; 1St Edition edition (October 31, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1589801210
• ISBN-13: 978-1589801219
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,547,507 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Anecdotes & Antidotes, November 21, 2003

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This review is from: In-Laws, Outlaws, Friends, and Foes: A Southern Collection (Paperback)

Reminiscences, short-short stories, and reminders of how our lives are connected to and defined by so many others. Antidotes for the blues, heart-warming memories, and laugh-out-loud tales for all occasions. Despite the southern flavor and lore, this collection is universal in its wisdom and appeal. Everyone has their favorite but "Drunk And Disorderly" has been mine ever since I first heard it on the radio. Pam's account of her dog's ill conceived pub crawl, complete with a late night phone call from the police, is still a hoot! The book is actually 159 pages, despite the listing above, but it's still small enough to fit in a Christmas stocking or gift basket. A great present for any occasion!