Gurney Norman: An Appalachian Treasure
Gurney Norman, a renowned Appalachian writer and mentor, has left a lasting legacy in the mountains.
Many, including Mindy Miller, director of development and communications at the Housing Development Alliance, consider Norman an Appalachian treasure.
“Gurney Norman, I think that he’s just one of the most significant figures to come out of his Eastern Kentucky,”
“He was somebody who stood tall and was a great voice for this area.”
Norman's impact on the community is evident in the lives he touched, including Miller's, who aspired to be a writer and considered Norman one of her heroes.
“He was actually willing to speak to me on the phone. And that made me feel important, that made me feel seen,”
Author's summary: Gurney Norman's legacy as an Appalachian writer and mentor continues to inspire.