The Spartan Lady in Red

The Spartan Lady in Red is not a traditional biography, nor is it a simple memoir. It is a heartfelt, humorous, and moving tribute to a woman whose life and work changed communities across Appalachia and the mid-southern United States. Through her mantra- "we make things happen" -Debby House Spencer rallied people, sparked progress, and led by example with the toughness, grace, and stoicism of a modern-day Spartan. Told through a series of deeply personal anecdotes, journal entries, and loving r