Political Gabfest Gabfest Reads: How a David Copperfield Reimagining Speaks to the Soul of Appalachia
Aug 19, 2023
Author Barbara Kingsolver discusses her new book Demon Copperhead, a modern-day adaptation of David Copperfield that explores the impact of the opioid epidemic on Appalachia. They talk about shaping character voices, challenges of rural living, and the failure of social welfare networks. The podcast also includes an interview with Kingsolver about her experiences growing up in Appalachia.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Shaping the Voice of a Character and Portraying Appalachia
03:04 • 8min
Challenges of Rural Living and the Quality of Resilience
10:57 • 4min
Discussion on Characters in David Copperfield and Social Welfare Networks
14:33 • 14min
Exploring Appalachia and Growing Up: An Interview with Barbara King-Salver
28:57 • 2min