Silver Buckles on His Knee - Hardcover

""Silver Buckles on His Knee"" is a memoir by Tommy Wadelton that recounts his experiences growing up in rural America during the mid-20th century. The book follows Wadelton's life from his childhood in a small town in the Midwest, through his teenage years working on his family's farm, to his eventual enlistment in the military during the Korean War. Along the way, Wadelton shares anecdotes and reflections on the people and events that shaped his life, including his family, friends, and the challenges and triumphs he faced as he pursued his dreams. The title of the book refers to a pair of silver buckles that Wadelton's mother gave him as a young boy, which he wore on his knee as a symbol of his determination and resilience. Through his engaging storytelling and vivid descriptions of life in rural America, Wadelton offers a glimpse into a bygone era and a heartfelt tribute to the people and places that made him who he is today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.