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'Demon Copperhead' tackles opioids, poverty and resilience in Appalachia
Oct 16, 2023
Barbara Kingsolver, novelist of Demon Copperhead, talks about the consequences of loss, addiction, and poverty in Appalachia. She discusses the stereotypes and challenges faced by the people of Southwest Virginia, the history and resilience of Appalachia, and the transformative power of art and expression.
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- 'Demon Copperhead' explores the impact of the opioid epidemic in the Appalachian Hills of Virginia.
- 'Demon Copperhead' challenges stereotypes about rural Appalachians as an internal colony and emphasizes their resilience.
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Barbara Kingsolver's Inspiration from Charles Dickens' Desk
Barbara Kingsolver discusses her novel 'Demon Copperhead' in an interview. She reveals that staying at Charles Dickens' guest house inspired her to write the story. Kingsolver is interested in exploring the opioid epidemic and how it has impacted the Appalachian Hills of Virginia, where she resides. She emphasizes the importance of creating strong characters and a compelling plot to engage readers. Through the voice of a child protagonist, Kingsolver draws parallels to Charles Dickens' 'David Copperfield' and highlights the continuing struggles of rural Appalachians.
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