Mountains of Gilead by Jesse Hill Ford, Jr

Mountains of Gilead by Jesse Hill Ford, Jr

Jesse Hill Ford, Jr.

1928-1996

Jesse Hill Ford, originally from Troy, Alabama, experienced a series of geographical transitions before establishing himself as a notable writer. After studying under influential figures such as Donald Davidson and Andrew Lytle, Ford embarked on a successful writing career, achieving recognition for his works in various mediums. However, a highly publicized incident in 1970 significantly impacted his personal life and professional trajectory. Despite his contributions as a writer-in-residence and the publication of his screenplays, Ford faced personal challenges and ultimately succumbed to depression, tragically taking his own life.

Alabama Authors of the 19th & 20th Centuries, edited by Beverley Park Rilett, http://AlabamaAuthors.org

1961

Mountains of Gilead. Boston, MA; Little, Brown, 1961.

AL Book Collection

Ford, Jesse Hill, Jr., “Mountains of Gilead by Jesse Hill Ford, Jr,” Alabama Authors of the 19th & 20th Centuries, accessed October 5, 2024, https://alabamaauthors.org/items/show/8124.