Chinaberry Sidewalks

In his heartfelt memoir, acclaimed musician Rodney Crowell recalls his tumultuous childhood in southeast Texas, shaped by a difficult family life marked by violence, love, and resilience. Amid vivid descriptions of Houston in the 1950s and 60s, Crowell shares stories of growing up surrounded by music, neighborhood adventures, and complex parental relationships. Wry and honest, the memoir offers a genuine tribute to his parents and the formative environment that influenced his journey.