Rubble Masonry

Rubble Masonry, Volume 1, is a collection of lyric essays by Rose McLarney. This work of literary non-fiction draws its name from the craft of stone masons who utilize the natural shapes of found rocks rather than precise measurements. The text blends the musical language of poetry with prose to share personal narratives and research from diverse sources.

Within the categories of human geography and social sciences, this book explores the author's identity as a woman from the mountain South. Rubble Masonry examines the intersection of history, public spaces, and the natural world. These essays navigate complex national dialogues and familial lineages, offering a detailed study of place and identity through a sophisticated literary lens.