A Kentucky Cardinal (eBook)

A Story

James Lane Allen (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
143 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406616493-5 (EAN)

Infos

In "A Kentucky Cardinal," James Lane Allen weaves a poignant narrative that captures the essence of life in rural Kentucky through the eyes of its thoughtful protagonist, a young man who grapples with love, nature, and the complexities of human emotion. The novel is rich in lyrical prose, reflective of Allen's Southern heritage, and echoes the regionalist literary movement of the late 19th century. With a keen attention to the natural landscapes and the local dialect, Allen crafts a vivid tapestry that immerses the reader in a bygone era, evoking both nostalgia and a deeply felt connection to the land. James Lane Allen, often regarded as one of the early voices of American regionalism, grew up in Kentucky and was deeply influenced by the natural beauty and cultural nuances of his home state. His experiences, coupled with a background in literature and a passion for depicting everyday life, shaped the poignant exploration of themes such as love, nature, and identity in this work. Allen's commitment to portraying the American South authentically continues to resonate with readers and scholars alike. Readers seeking a heartfelt exploration of rural life and emotional introspection will find "A Kentucky Cardinal" both enchanting and thought-provoking. Allen's masterful storytelling invites readers to reflect on their own connections to place and love, making it a timeless addition to the canon of American literature.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 19.12.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th century literature • American Literature • American South culture • Classic Literature • Fiction • industrialization impact • Kentucky • Kentucky authors • love and loss themes • Lyrical prose writing • naturalist protagonist • Nature writing • Novel • pastoral narrative style • Regionalism • romantic 19th century • Romanticism • Rural Kentucky setting • Southern Literature • symbolism in nature • Themes of self-discovery