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From Simon & Schuster and the author of Forrest Gump comes the story of Willie Croft, a small town Louisiana lawyer who doesn't ask much of life.

When oil is discovered on land held by black sharecroppers, Bienville's ascendancy mounts its challenge--and Willie discovers, at long last, the power of courage, love and the right kind of dreams.

About The Author

Winston Groom, bestselling author of eight novels and several non-fiction books, wrote the acclaimed #1 New York Times bestsellers Forrest Gump and Gumpisms: The Wit and Wisdom of Forrest Gump. The phenomenal hit film Forrest Gump garnered six Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor. He lives in Point Clear, Alabama.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Gallery Books (November 6, 2007)
  • Length: 352 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781416585749

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