The disappearance of a once vibrant, proud and thriving farm community became a living nightmare. Neighbors were bullied off their land, with many moving out of Loudon County in an attempt to escape TVA’s far-reaching, powerful grasp.Our farm was much more than just a piece of land. We were connected to it in such a way that it was an extension of who we were and how we lived. It was a friend who knew our past and held our future, teaching lifelong lessons with the renewal of every season. Each field held familiar haunts and cradled sweet memories that helped us become who we are today. The farm, as well as our community, had deep-seated roots in my parents’ hopes and dreams as they diligently worked the land and raised their family. Visualizing the farm in the hands of an agency that would abuse and destroy it broke my heart.Scattered throughout our family heritage were strong-willed patriarchs who made decisions based on their convictions of right versus wrong. So, with strong principles, backbone and grit, we took our stand and prepared for the battle before us.I feel emotionally compelled to share “our story:” A farmer’s story of strength, intelligence, conviction and perseverance. A story that reveals more than a decade of fighting a faceless, powerful enemy. - Ben RitcheyIt's been said that every farmer has a story, each as unique as his sun-lined, weathered brow. This is such a story, a firsthand, factual narrative of the struggles and encounters endured by the Jean and Ben Ritchey family as they farmed their land, raised their children and bore the brunt of federal condemnation by the Tennessee Valley Authority. It is offered as a testament to their courage and will to persevere at a time when farmers were forgotten and justice gave way to political greed. - Carolyn Ritchey
✔ Author(s): Carolyn Ritchey
✔ Title: Last Stand at Fork Creek: A Farm Family Fights to Save Their Land, Community and the Little Tennessee River
✔ Rating : 5 out of 5 base on (41 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: B0BFV49YYY
✔ ISBN-13: 978B0BFV49YY1
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about Last Stand at Fork Creek by Carolyn Ritchey
Melody Blake
This book has reignited my passion for reading. It reminded me of the sheer joy that can be found in losing oneself in the pages of a good story. I can't wait to explore more books now.
Katherine Stevenson
The author's ability to evoke a wide range of emotions through their words is truly remarkable. I felt like I was on an emotional rollercoaster throughout the entire book.
Violet Tyler
This book is a work of art. The language, the imagery, the symbolism - everything came together beautifully to create a memorable reading experience.
