
A Perfect Turmoil: The Unknown Life of Tom Dula, the Man Behind the Song
National Book Critics Circle Award for Biography · 2025 · Shortlist
Award History
| Award | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|
| National Book Critics Circle Award for Biography | 2025 | Shortlist |
About This Book
The true story behind the folk song 'Tom Dooley,' reconstructing the life and trial of Tom Dula in post-Civil War Appalachia. A finalist for the NBCC Award for Biography 2025.
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