This Goodly Land
On This Day in Alabama Literary History
- In 1910, the first movie version of Alabama author Augusta Jane Evans Wilson's book St. Elmo is released.
- In 1942, Alabama author Barry Hannah is born in Meridian, Miss.
- In 1976, a movie version of Alabama author Charles Gaines's book Stay Hungry 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.
