Harry W. Addison

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Harry Wayne Addison (September 8, 1920 - August 24, 2003) was a Southern author and humorist whose works painted vivid portraits of his experiences growing up as a poor boy in rural Louisiana. While he never received much recognition on a national level, Addison enjoyed modest success, not only from his writings, but also his frequent public speaking appearances throughout Louisiana and much of the South. He was a favorite orator at college and high school graduations, as well as meetings of regional civic organizations. A veteran of World War II, Addison received the Bronze Star for bravery in combat while serving on Iwo Jima. His works include Write That Down For Me Daddy (1974) ISBN 0882891162, RFD #3 (1977) ISBN 1565541146, and Mama Was a Con Man, Papa Was a Christian (1989) ISBN 1565545478.