The First Christmas Dinner by Julian Lee Rayford
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Book Title
The First Christmas Dinner by Julian Lee Rayford
Author
Julian Lee Rayford
Lifespan
1908-1980
Author Biography
Julian Lee Rayford, a native of Mobile, Alabama, demonstrated artistic aptitude from an early age and devoted his life to artistic pursuits. Despite his color-blindness, which prompted a shift from painting to sculpture, Rayford expanded his creative repertoire to encompass poetry and literature. Throughout his career, he engaged in diverse experiences, including studying at Duke University, apprenticing with the renowned sculptor Gutzon Borglum, and contributing to the war effort during World War II. Rayford's artistic legacy extended beyond his literary works and performances, as he created sculptures for local organizations and played an active role in preserving and promoting Mobile's cultural heritage.
Publisher
Alabama Authors of the 19th & 20th Centuries, edited by Beverley Park Rilett, http://AlabamaAuthors.org
Publication Date
1947
Original Publication
The First Christmas Dinner. Mobile AL; Rapier House, 1947.
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Citation
Rayford, Julian Lee, “The First Christmas Dinner by Julian Lee Rayford,” Alabama Authors of the 19th & 20th Centuries, accessed October 5, 2024, https://alabamaauthors.org/items/show/8735.