Publisher's Synopsis
The Waters of Caney Fork is a romantic novel set in Tennessee in the late 19th century. Written by Opie Percival Read and first published in 1898, the story follows the lives of two young people, a man named John Gray and a woman named Mary Ware, who fall in love despite their different backgrounds. John is a wealthy businessman from the north who comes to Tennessee to start a new business venture, while Mary is a local girl from a poor family who works as a schoolteacher. As they get to know each other, they find that they have much in common and their love grows stronger. However, their relationship is threatened by the prejudices and social norms of the time, as well as by the jealousy of others who want to keep them apart. The novel explores themes of love, class, and the challenges of forging a new life in a changing society. It also offers a vivid portrait of rural Tennessee, with its landscapes, customs, and traditions. Overall, The Waters of Caney Fork is a timeless tale of love and perseverance that still resonates with readers today.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.
