This lively memoir takes you on a journey through the heart of the American South at a pivotal moment in history. Follow T. E. Perley as he recounts his experiences as a lumberjack, a sawmill operator, and finally a businessman in the rapidly changing town of Egypt, Mississippi. Filled with colorful characters, exciting moments, and a deep appreciation for the natural world, this book is a valuable historical document and a captivating read. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.