Publisher's Synopsis
""John Gray: A Kentucky Tale Of The Olden Time"" is a novel written by James Lane Allen and published in 1892. The story takes place in Kentucky during the early 19th century and follows the life of John Gray, a young man who must navigate the challenges of growing up in a rural community during a time of great change in America. As John matures, he finds himself torn between his desire for adventure and his duty to his family and community. He struggles to balance his love for the wild and untamed landscape of Kentucky with his responsibilities as a son and a citizen. Along the way, John encounters a cast of colorful characters, including his best friend and rival, Tom Burton, and the beautiful and headstrong Lucy Page. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and the tension between tradition and progress. It also offers a vivid portrait of life in rural America during a time of great upheaval, as the country moved from an agrarian to an industrial society. Overall, ""John Gray: A Kentucky Tale Of The Olden Time"" is a classic work of American literature that offers a compelling glimpse into the past and the challenges faced by those who sought to forge a new way of life in a rapidly changing world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
