Gene Stratton-Porter

Broschiertes Buch

The White Flag

Beschreibung

In a world where the echoes of war clash with the yearning for peace, "The White Flag" emerges as a poignant exploration of human resilience and moral dilemmas. This powerful historical fiction, long out of print and now republished by Alpha Editions, invites readers on an emotional journey that resonates deeply with the themes of conflict and reconciliation. Set against a backdrop of turmoil, the narrative weaves a tapestry of character development and societal impact, challenging us to confront the complexities of war and the enduring hope for peace. As characters grapple with their choices, readers are drawn into thought-provoking narratives that illuminate the human spirit's capacity for compassion amidst chaos. This edition is not merely a reprint; it is a collector s item and a cultural treasure, meticulously restored for today s and future generations. "The White Flag" stands as a testament to the timeless relevance of classic literature, appealing to both casual readers and dedicated collectors alike. Discover a story that transcends time, igniting conversations about peace and conflict, and celebrating the indomitable will of humanity. Don t miss your chance to own this extraordinary piece of literary history an essential addition to any bookshelf.

Autor

A Girl of the Limberlost, a novel by American writer and naturalist Gene Stratton-Porter, was published in August 1909. It is considered a classic of Indiana literature. It is the sequel to her earlier novel Freckles.The story takes place in Indiana, in and around the Limberlost Swamp. Even at the time, this impressive wetland region was being reduced by heavy logging, natural oil extraction and drainage for agriculture. (The swamp and forestland eventually ceased to exist, though projects since the 1990s have begun to restore a small part of it.)Patricia Raub (Senior Lecturer of American Studies at the University of Massachusetts Boston) notes that Stratton-Porter was "one of the most popular woman novelists of the era, who was known for her nature books and her editorials on McCall's 'Gene Stratton-Porter Page' as well as for her novels." Raub writes, "At the time of her death in 1924, more than ten million copies of her books had been sold - and four more books were published after her death.Plot summary : The novel is set in northeastern Indiana. Most of the action takes place either in or around the Limberlost, or in the nearby, fictional town of Onabasha.The novel's main character, Elnora Comstock, is an impoverished young woman who lives with her widowed mother, Katharine Comstock, on the edge of the Limberlost. Elnora faces cold neglect by her mother, a woman who feels ruined by the death of her husband, Robert Comstock, who drowned in quicksand in the swamp. Katharine blames Elnora for his death, because her husband died while she gave birth to their daughter and could not come to his rescue.The Comstocks make money by selling eggs and other farm products, but Mrs. Comstock refuses to cut down a single tree in the forest, or to delve for oil, as the neighbors around them are doing, even though the added income would make their lives easier.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Alpha Edition
• Seitenzahl: 284
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Juli 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 17mm
• Gewicht: 465g
• ISBN-13: 9789368397335
• ISBN-10: 9368397333
• Artikelnr.: 75365083