The Sixkiller Chronicles by Paul Hemphill

The Sixkiller Chronicles by Paul Hemphill

Paul Hemphill

1936-2009

Paul Hemphill, a renowned writer, was born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama. Initially aspiring to become a professional baseball player, he later discovered his talent for writing during his time at Alabama Polytechnic Institute (now Auburn University). Hemphill pursued a career in journalism, working for various newspapers and magazines, including The Atlanta Journal. He won a Neiman fellowship and authored books on subjects such as country music and baseball, including his notable work, Long Gone. Hemphill's memoir, Leaving Birmingham, reflected on his personal experiences and received recognition from the literary community.

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

1985

The Sixkiller Chronicles. New York; Macmillan, 1985.

AL Book Collection

Hemphill, Paul, “The Sixkiller Chronicles by Paul Hemphill,” Alabama Authors of the 19th & 20th Centuries, accessed October 5, 2024, https://alabamaauthors.org/items/show/8385.