A sprawling Mississippi saga of mud, mules, money, music and myth, this book has it all, from Elvis to Elia Kazan; from a prince to a pauper; from Tennessee Williams to a boy named Bonehead. It takes us on a journey deep into the mythical place known as The Delta, then goes around the world. It s a story of gravity and levity. It is very funny, but, more importantly, it s a story of love and grace.

Delta Jacks and Other Cards is a look at the lives and times of a colorful pack of Mississippi Delta characters, and is imbued with rich humor on every page. It begins with a quick, but deep, romp through the history of the storied region, then focuses on the Perry family's many Jacks.

The lives of Grandaddy Jack, Daddy Jack, Cousin Jack, and the author, just plain ''J'' are set forth in a series of hilarious anecdotes, and their stories are both hilarious and poignant, and all infused with the unmistakable soul of the Delta.