55 pages • 1 hour read
Ann PancakeStrange as this Weather Has Been
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Strange as This Weather Has Been by Ann Pancake is a novel set in contemporary West Virginia, focusing on Lace See and her daughter Bant as they navigate the environmental and familial struggles brought about by strip mining. The story is told from multiple perspectives, including Lace, Bant, and her brothers Corey and Dane, exploring themes of loyalty, environmental destruction, and personal identity amidst the devastation of their Appalachian home. This book includes portrayals of domestic conflict and environmental disasters.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Ann Pancake's Strange as this Weather Has Been is praised for its evocative portrayal of West Virginian life and its environmental themes. Readers appreciate the rich, lyrical prose and depth of character development. However, some find the narrative slow at times. Overall, it's a powerful exploration of familial bonds amid ecological turmoil.
Who Should Read Strange as this Weather Has Been?
Readers who savor intricate family dynamics in the face of environmental hardship will appreciate Ann Pancake's Strange as this Weather Has Been. Fans of Barbara Kingsolver's Flight Behavior or Annie Proulx's Barkskins will find the novel's poignant exploration of Appalachia's struggles compelling.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Natural World: Environment
Relationships: Family
Science / Nature
History: World
Southern Literature
Historical Fiction