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The zoo that history nearly forgot in 'When Two Feathers Fell From The Sky'

Oct 25, 2021 · 8m
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  • Verble's novel 'When Two Feathers Fell From The Sky' is set in a forgotten zoo.
  • It imagines the life of a Cherokee horse diver in 1926.
  • The story explores history, identity, and a unique form of entertainment.

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