Maria Thompson Daviess

Phyllis (eBook, ePUB)

A Heartwarming Tale of Love, Friendship, and Community in the American South

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Maria Thompson Daviess takes us on a delightful journey through the American South in her novel, 'Phyllis'. Set in a charming small town, the book is a heartwarming and humorous tale of love, friendship, and community. Daviess' writing style is engaging and vivid, painting a vivid picture of the Southern landscape and its vibrant characters. The novel is a quintessential example of early 20th-century Southern literature, highlighting the complexities and quirks of Southern life during that time period. Maria Thompson Daviess, a Kentucky native, drew inspiration from her own Southern roots to create the world of 'Phyllis'. Known for her charming and witty narratives, Daviess captured the essence of Southern hospitality and Southern eccentricities in her works. Her keen observations of human relationships and societal norms add depth to the story, making 'Phyllis' a timeless classic for readers of all ages. I highly recommend 'Phyllis' to readers who enjoy heartwarming tales of small-town life and Southern charm. Daviess' masterful storytelling and vivid characters will capture your heart and leave you longing for more of her enchanting world.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 284
• Erscheinungstermin: 11. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066227876
• Artikelnr.: 58930479

Autorenporträt

Maria Thompson Daviess was an American artist and female writer who was born November 28, 1872, and died September 3, 1924. She is best known for her "Pollyanna"-style books that came out in the early 1900s. She also wrote a number of short stories, such as "Some Juniors," "Miss Selina Sue and the Soap-Box Babies," and "Sue Saunders of Saunders Ridge." Daviess was a member of the Equal Suffrage League in Kentucky. He helped to start and run the chapter in Nashville and was a coordinator for the chapter in Madison. Maria (or "Marie") Thompson Daviess was born on November 28, 1872, in Harrodsburg, Kentucky. John Burton Thompson Daviess, who was related to the writer Zoe Anderson Norris and was born in Harrodsburg, was her father, and Leonora Hamilton Daviess was her mother. When she was eight years old, her father, John B. T. Daviess, died, and the family moved to Nashville, Tennessee. Maria Thompson Daviess was the name of her paternal grandma. She wrote columns and gave talks. Daviess went to Wellesley College for one year and then went to Paris to study art. When she got back to Nashville, she kept painting and started writing. Miss Selina Lue and the Soap-Box Babies, her first book, came out in 1909. When it came out in 1912, The Melting of Molly was one of the most popular stories that year.