Clover and Blue Grass (eBook)

Eliza Calvert Hall (Autor)

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2022
115 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654736825-0 (EAN)

Infos

In "Clover and Blue Grass," Eliza Calvert Hall weaves a rich tapestry of rural life in early 20th-century America, exploring themes of nature, community, and the intimate bonds of family. Set against the backdrop of the Kentucky countryside, Hall employs a lyrical prose style that intricately captures the beauty of the landscape through vivid descriptions and heartfelt symbolism. The book is a poignant reflection of the agrarian lifestyle, filled with nostalgic reminiscence and infused with the cultural nuances of southern life, which illuminates the social fabric of the time. Eliza Calvert Hall, an influential Kentucky author, drew inspiration from her own experiences in a rural setting to craft this work. Born into a family of educators and storytellers, Hall's deep appreciation for nature and her skillful storytelling are evident throughout the text. Her background not only informed her understanding of agricultural practices but also her ability to depict the lives of women in this context, illustrating their resilience and strength. "Clover and Blue Grass" is highly recommended for readers seeking an authentic portrayal of rural Americana and the lives of its inhabitants. This book offers both an enchanting narrative and a valuable historical perspective, making it a significant contribution to the canon of early 20th-century literature. Hall's work will resonate with anyone who cherishes profound connections with nature and community.

Autor

Eliza Calvert Hall, born Eliza Caroline Obenchain in Bowling Green, Kentucky, on February 11, 1856, has made a significant mark in American literature with her keen portrayals of rural life, staunch advocacy for women's rights, and her fine craftsmanship in storytelling. Her literary career was embellished by her best-known work, 'Clover and Blue Grass' (1908), which encapsulates her nuanced depiction of the rustic charm and the simple yet profound lives of inhabitants of her native state, Kentucky. Hall's writing exudes a warm, conversational tone, often imbued with a touch of regional dialect and an underlying progressive sentiment that garnered her acclaim during her lifetime. As a feminist and suffragist, her literature served as a soft-spoken rebellion against the established gender norms and a plea for the intellectual and political emancipation of women. Hall's dedication to capturing the spirit of her time and place, combined with her advocacy for social reform, contributed to her status as a distinctive voice in the panorama of American regionalist literature at the turn of the 20th century. Her body of work, shorter stories and essays, while not voluminous, remains a testament to her craft and her commitment to themes that champion a more egalitarian society.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Schlagworte: 19th Century Romance • American Literature • American literature 1900s • American Pastoral • American pastoral literature • American South traditions • Domestic Life • early 20th century fiction • Eliza Calvert Hall novels • Family and Community • Feminist suffrage • feminist themes • Fiction • heartfelt narrative style • Historical Americana • Historical fiction exploration • historical literary fiction • Kentucky • Kentucky authors • Kentucky rural life • landscape descriptions • Literary heritage • love and loss themes • lyrical prose • naturalist literature • public domain books • Regionalist narrative • rural kentucky • Rural life in literature • social life and customs • Southern fiction classics • Southern Gothic storytelling • Vivid character portraits • Women Writers