Daughter Of The Elm

Daughter of the Elm: A Tale of Western Virginia Before the War is a historical novel by Granville Davisson Hall, first published in 1907. The story is set in the mid-19th century in the rural mountains of western Virginia, where the protagonist, Mary, grows up in a family of farmers. Mary is a strong-willed and independent young woman who dreams of leaving her small town and pursuing a life of adventure and excitement.As tensions rise between the North and South leading up to the American Civil War, Mary finds herself caught up in the conflict. She falls in love with a Union soldier, much to the disapproval of her family and community, who are staunch supporters of the Confederacy. Mary must navigate the dangerous political and social landscape of the time while also grappling with her own desires and ambitions.The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and identity in the context of a divided nation on the brink of war. Hall's vivid descriptions of the natural beauty of the Appalachian Mountains and the customs and traditions of rural Virginia bring the setting to life, while his nuanced portrayal of the characters and their relationships adds depth and complexity to the story.Overall, Daughter of the Elm is a compelling and thought-provoking historical novel that offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in American history.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.