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Barbara Kingsolver on Her Great Appalachian Novel, ‘Demon Copperhead’

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Navigating Trauma and Resilience in 'Demon Copperhead'

This chapter discusses the complexities of the novel 'Demon Copperhead', focusing on the protagonist's challenging life experiences under generational trauma and the opioid epidemic. Through a first-person narrative, it explores themes of resilience, the struggles of the foster care system, and the need for reform, while also shedding light on the emotional impact of addiction on families. Additionally, it examines the unique role of audiobooks in making literature accessible and engaging, emphasizing the connection between authors and narrators in storytelling.

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