Publisher's Synopsis
Miss Minerva and William Green Hill is a novel written by Frances Boyd Calhoun. It is a heartwarming story of a young boy named William Green Hill who lives in a small town in the southern United States. William is a mischievous and adventurous child who loves to explore the countryside and get into all sorts of trouble. However, when his parents die suddenly, he is left alone and vulnerable.Enter Miss Minerva, a middle-aged spinster who takes William under her wing and becomes his legal guardian. Miss Minerva is a strict but loving woman who teaches William the value of hard work, responsibility, and respect for others. She also introduces him to the world of literature and education, which opens up new opportunities for him.As William grows older, he faces many challenges and obstacles, including prejudice, poverty, and family conflict. However, with Miss Minerva's guidance and support, he is able to overcome these challenges and become a successful and respected member of his community.The novel is set in the early 20th century and provides a vivid portrayal of life in the rural South during that time. It explores themes such as family, friendship, education, and social justice. The characters are well-developed and engaging, and the plot is full of twists and turns that keep the reader engaged until the very end.Overall, Miss Minerva and William Green Hill is a charming and uplifting novel that will appeal to readers of all ages. It is a timeless story of hope, perseverance, and the power of love and friendship to overcome even the most difficult of circumstances.1909. A wonderful, laugh-out-loud book that brings back childhood memories for many. The story is written about a real little boy who lived in Covington, Tennessee. It was written in the dialect of the time but can still be read with enjoyment. The writer of the first volume, Frances Calhoun, died after the completion of the book. The rest of the series was then created by Emma S. Sampson.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.
