The Shepherd of the Hills

The Shepherd of the Hills is a novel written by Harold Bell Wright and published in 1907. The story takes place in the Ozark Mountains of Missouri and follows the life of a man named Daniel Howitt, who is known as the ""Shepherd of the Hills"" due to his role as a spiritual leader and guide to the local community.The novel explores themes of redemption, forgiveness, and the power of faith through the experiences of Howitt and the people he interacts with. The story also delves into the complexities of human relationships and the impact of past traumas on present-day actions.Throughout the book, Wright paints a vivid picture of the Ozark Mountains and the people who inhabit them, highlighting the beauty of the landscape as well as the struggles and hardships faced by those who call it home. The novel is a classic work of American literature and has been praised for its depiction of rural life and its exploration of timeless themes that continue to resonate with readers today.1907. Prior to his artistic and writing career, Harold Bell Wright served as a minister. In The Shepherd of the Hills he writes about a man who comes from the world of cities to the beautiful Ozark hill country. Among the people of the district, with their simple, direct ideals and way of life, he finds the peaceful atmosphere he craves, while his more intellectual philosophy and character come to be valuable elements in the lives of his new friends. From his relationship with Sammy Lane and the Matthews family arise in dramatic fashion the gripping situations and thrilling incidents that bring him into a peculiarly intimate connection with these people, their country, and their simple life. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.