A Cumberland Vendetta (eBook, ePUB) - Fox, John
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John Fox's 'A Cumberland Vendetta' is a gripping novel set in the picturesque Cumberland Mountains of Kentucky. The book explores themes of honor, revenge, and love in a remote mountain community. Fox's vivid descriptions and use of local dialect bring the setting to life, immersing the reader in the customs and conflicts of the region. The novel is a prime example of regionalist literature, capturing the unique culture and way of life in the Appalachian Mountains at the turn of the 20th century. The author's attention to detail and carefully crafted characters make 'A Cumberland Vendetta' a…mehr

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John Fox's 'A Cumberland Vendetta' is a gripping novel set in the picturesque Cumberland Mountains of Kentucky. The book explores themes of honor, revenge, and love in a remote mountain community. Fox's vivid descriptions and use of local dialect bring the setting to life, immersing the reader in the customs and conflicts of the region. The novel is a prime example of regionalist literature, capturing the unique culture and way of life in the Appalachian Mountains at the turn of the 20th century. The author's attention to detail and carefully crafted characters make 'A Cumberland Vendetta' a compelling read for anyone interested in Southern literature or American regionalism. The story is full of suspense and drama, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the final resolution.
Autorenporträt
John Fox Jr. (1862-1919) was an American journalist, novelist, and short story writer, hailing from Kentucky. He was best known for his vivid depictions of life in the Appalachian region of the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Growing up in the Bluegrass State, Fox was exposed early to the mountains and the fiercely independent culture of its inhabitants, which would become central to his literary works. Fox's education at Harvard University and his subsequent journalistic career provided him with the tools to craft narratives that resonated with authenticity and regional flavor. One of his notable works, 'A Cumberland Vendetta' (1895), exemplifies his mastery in portraying the complexities of mountain life, including the infamous family feuds that frequently punctuated the region's history. His style blended romanticism with naturalistic detail, rendering a poetic yet raw vision of Appalachia. Although less recognized than contemporaries like Thomas Hardy or Mark Twain, Fox's contributions to American regional literature remain significant, influencing subsequent generations of writers who sought to capture the essence of rural America. Today, 'A Cumberland Vendetta' is studied not only as a piece of literary art but also as a cultural artifact, reflecting the Appalachian way of life during a transformative period in American history.