On Newfound River (1906)

On Newfound River is a novel written by Thomas Nelson Page in 1906. The story is set in Virginia and follows the lives of two families, the Gordons and the Blakes, who live on opposite sides of the Newfound River. The Gordons are a wealthy and influential family, while the Blakes are poor and struggling to make ends meet.The novel explores the themes of class and social inequality, as well as the tensions and conflicts that arise between the two families. The story is told from the perspectives of various characters, including young lovers from each family who find themselves caught up in the feud.As the novel progresses, the tensions between the Gordons and the Blakes escalate, leading to a tragic and violent confrontation. The novel ultimately serves as a commentary on the damaging effects of pride and prejudice, and the importance of understanding and acceptance across social and class divides.On Newfound River is considered a classic of American literature, and is praised for its vivid descriptions of the Virginia countryside and its nuanced portrayal of complex social dynamics.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.