THE CALL OF THE CUMBERLANDS - Buck, Charles Neville
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"The Call of the Cumberlands" is a unique by using Charles Neville Buck that captures the essence of the rugged Appalachian region for the duration of the early 20th century. Published in 1913, the tale unfolds in opposition to the backdrop of the Cumberland Mountains, exploring the lives of the mountain people and the challenges they face inside the midst of social exchange. The narrative revolves round Judd Lackland, a younger man who returns to his homeland inside the Cumberlands after receiving a schooling. Judd becomes a bridge between the conventional ways of the mountain people and the…mehr

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"The Call of the Cumberlands" is a unique by using Charles Neville Buck that captures the essence of the rugged Appalachian region for the duration of the early 20th century. Published in 1913, the tale unfolds in opposition to the backdrop of the Cumberland Mountains, exploring the lives of the mountain people and the challenges they face inside the midst of social exchange. The narrative revolves round Judd Lackland, a younger man who returns to his homeland inside the Cumberlands after receiving a schooling. Judd becomes a bridge between the conventional ways of the mountain people and the influences of the outside global. As development encroaches upon the isolated network, Judd grapples along with his loyalty to his roots and his aspirations for a brighter future. Charles Neville Buck skillfully depicts the splendor and harshness of the Cumberland Mountains, the use of the panorama as a metaphor for the resilience of its humans. The novel delves into issues of cultural clash, the impact of modernization, and the long-lasting energy of historical past. Buck's work is each a party of Appalachian culture and a mirrored image on the tensions between subculture and progress, making "The Call of the Cumberlands" a timeless exploration of the human spirit in the face of exchange.
Autorenporträt
Charles Neville Buck was an American author who lived from April 15, 1879, to August 10, 1957. Many of his books were turned into plays and movies during the silent film era. A boy named him was born in Woodford County, Kentucky. As a child, Charles William Buck worked in Peru for President Grover Cleveland and wrote a book called Under the Sun about the Inca time. His grandpa on his mom's side was the dean of the medical school at the University of Kentucky. Buck was born near Midway, Kentucky. He grew up in Kentucky, except for the four years he spent in South America with his dad. In 1898, Buck got his degree from the University of Louisville. There were many parts to his books, like Battle Cry in Munsey's Magazine. The story took place in the Cumberland Mountains in Kentucky. Several of his books have pictures inside them by different artists. He writes stories about the mountain guys of Kentucky and the things they do. His first job was as a cartoonist for a year. After that, he worked as a writer in Kentucky for several years. He went to New York City when his writing career took off. He got married and bought a summer home in Orleans, Massachusetts, on Cape Cod.