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May 24: On this day in Alabama literary history:

  • In 1940, the first movie version of Alabama author James H. Street's story "The Biscuit Eater" is released.

From Sand Mountain to Bayou La Batre, Alabama’s literary heritage is as rich as its geography. This Goodly Land is a dynamic portal through which the world can explore Alabama’s diverse literary landscape. Join us on this tour of Alabama’s literary abundance, past and present.

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