The worst hard time

The Worst Hard Time by Timothy Egan chronicles the lives of several families and their communities during the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl.

The book details the catastrophic dust storms, economic collapse, and personal tragedies faced by the people of the American Great Plains.

Egan follows the desperate attempts of these families to survive through blinding black dust blizzards, crop failures, and the loss of loved ones.

The narrative highlights the grit, pathos, and abiding courage of those who endured this period, serving as a reminder of the dangers of abusing nature and the resilience of ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances.