The Water-Cress Boy or Johnnie Moreland

In "The Water-Cress Boy or Johnnie Moreland," Jean L. Watson crafts a poignant coming-of-age tale set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America. The narrative skillfully intertwines themes of identity, resilience, and social class, as it follows young Johnnie Moreland, who traverses the complexities of childhood amidst familial and societal challenges. Watson's distinctive prose is noted ...