what motivates Perry's father to write "A History of My Boy's Life"?

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what motivates Perry's father to write "A History of My Boy's Life"?

How does Texas John Smith characterize his son?

Asked by Ashley R #439327 on 4/27/2015 1:31 PM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 4/27/2015 1:56 PM

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Answered by jill d #170087 on 4/27/2015 1:33 PM

The book was written to help his son get parole at Kansas State penitentiary. Smith outlines how he was a good parent and blames much of Perry's misfortune on his wife.

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