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Waldron Bailey

Popular novel, first published in 1915.

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Gene Stratton-Porter

pubOne.info thank you for your continued support and wish to present you this new edition. THE SWAMP ANGEL, in whom Freckles' sweetest dream materializes.

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Stephen Crane

Stephen Crane's first novel is the tale of a pretty young slum girl driven to brutal excesses by poverty and loneliness. It was considered so sexually frank and realistic, that the book had to be privately printed at first. It and GEORGE'S MOTHER, the shorter novel that follows in this edition, were eventually hailed as the first genuine expressions of Naturalism in American letters and established their creator as the American apostle of an artistic revolution which was to alter the shape...

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Gene Stratton-Porter, GP Editors

In ‘Freckles’ by Gene Stratton-Porter, an orphaned teenager longs to find his place in the world. Freckles was discovered on the doorstep of a Chicago orphanage, badly beaten and missing a hand. He yearns for the fulfillment of useful work, and at Indiana's Limberlost Swamp, his grit and determination win him the difficult, dangerous job of guarding a valuable stand of timber. Faithful and brave in his daily tasks, Freckles comes to appreciate the beauty and majesty of the natural world am...

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Stephen Crane

Stephen Crane’s first novel, Maggie – A Girl of the Streets has been called “The first dark flower of American Naturalism” for its distinctive elements of naturalistic fiction. The chief character, Maggie, descends into prostitution after being led astray by her lover. Rather than focusing on those that make up the very rich or middle class, the novel highlights the deplorable living conditions of the working class during the so-called Gilded Age in New York’s Bowery.Highlights of ...

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Waldron Baily, Sterling Hale

In "Heart of the Blue Ridge," Waldron Baily weaves a rich tapestry of Appalachian life, exploring the interplay between nature and human experience. Through vivid descriptions and lyrical prose, Baily delves into the rugged beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, juxtaposing the serene landscapes with the complexities of local culture and personal identity. The narrative unfolds like a folk ballad, interspersed with local lore and communal wisdom, capturing the essence of a region steeped in h...

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Charles Egbert Craddock, Murfree, May Noailles

Novel first published in 1895. According to Wikipedia: "Mary Noailles Murfree (January 24, 1850 July 31, 1922) was an American fiction writer of novels and short stories who wrote under the pen name Charles Egbert Craddock. She is considered by many to be Appalachia's first significant female writer and her work a necessity for the study of Appalachian literature, although a number of characters in her work reinforce negative stereotypes about the region. She has been favorably compared to...

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Charles Neville Buck

This collection includes an active table of contents for easy navigation.ContentsCall of the Cumberlands (1913)The Lighted Match (1911)A Pagan of the Hills (1919)The Tyranny of Weakness (1917)The Roof Tree (1920)The Code of the Mountains (1915)The Portal of Dreams (1912)Destiny (1916)The Key to Yesterday (1910)When 'Bear Cat' Went Dry (1918)The Tempering (1919)Call of the Cumberlands (1913)A...

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Mary Noailles Murfree

In "The Raid of The Guerilla, and Other Stories," Mary Noailles Murfree intricately weaves the rich tapestry of Southern Appalachian culture, encapsulating the tension of a landscape fraught with conflict and transformation during the Civil War era. Her narrative style blends vivid descriptions and local dialect, embodying the raw beauty of the mountain scenery alongside the harsh realities faced by its inhabitants. Through a series of compelling short stories, Murfree explores themes of l...

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Mary Noailles Murfree

In "The Mystery of Witch-Face Mountain, and Other Stories," Mary Noailles Murfree invites readers into the enchanting yet eerie landscape of the Appalachian Mountains. Her literary style is characterized by vivid descriptions and a captivating blend of local folklore with gothic elements, engaging readers in stories that explore the intersection of nature, mystery, and the supernatural. This collection reveals Murfree's deep appreciation for the rich oral traditions of the region, as she w...

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Charles Egbert Craddock

Supernatural and Mystery: Many of the stories incorporate elements of the supernatural, creating a sense of mystery and suspense.Regional Realism: The collection vividly portrays the Appalachian region, its landscape, and its inhabitants, providing a rich and authentic depiction of rural life.Human Nature and Conflict: The stories often explore human emotions, conflicts, and moral dilemmas, reflecting the complexities of life in the mountains.Nature and Isolation: The natural environment p...

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Everett MacDonald

In "The Red Debt: Echoes from Kentucky," Everett MacDonald crafts a poignant narrative steeped in the socio-economic struggles of contemporary rural America. The novel interweaves the lives of several characters whose fates are intertwined with the oppressive legacy of mining and debt, utilizing a lyrical yet unflinching prose style that reflects the raw realities of life in Kentucky. MacDonald deftly blends realism with elements of Southern Gothic, creating a rich tapestry that explores t...