The Cut of Pride

In The Cut of Pride, Jim Misko vividly depicts the brutal realities of physically demanding labor on a mink farm in coastal Oregon, bringing the toil itself to life as a central element of the story. The novel explores the struggles of complex, dysfunctional characters as they grapple with maintaining their sense of worth amid relentless hardship, highlighting themes of brotherhood, pride, and tension. Through the relationships between the workers and their oppressive employer, the story delivers a gripping portrayal of human resilience and conflict.