Junebug

<I>Junebug a Memoir</I> is the story of a plucky little girl growing up in the 30's 40's and early 50's. The Great Depression World War Two Catholic education and the relative innocence of the age all played a role in June's story. Adventure abounds with her 3 brothers close in age to her own and two baby sisters some years younger their faithful dog Prince and various and assorted neighborhood buddies.</P><P>Friendships were cherished bullies thwarted illnesses death and dying confronted all within the backdrop of <I>Dick Tracy</I> comic books enthralling radio shows such as <I>The Shadow and The Lone Ranger</I> lazy summer days school pranks and finally a fierce determination to succeed.</P><P><I>Junebug</I> evokes a nostalgic yearning for simpler pleasures. Laughter and tears disappointments and successes innocence and sexual awakenings are all intertwined in this entertaining childhood romp.</P><P>Find out how she rises above her simple beginnings and finds her own way even though in an atmosphere which speaks of apathy and indifference.