The Blue-Grass Region of Kentucky, and Other Kentucky Articles by James Lane Allen
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| Author | Allen, James Lane, 1849-1925 |
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| Title | The Blue-Grass Region of Kentucky, and Other Kentucky Articles |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | The Blue-grass region -- Uncle Tom at home -- County court day in Kentucky -- Kentucky fairs -- A home of the silent brotherhood -- Homesteads of the Blue-grass -- Through Cumberland Gap on horseback -- Mountain passes of the Cumberland. |
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| Summary | "The Blue-Grass Region of Kentucky, and Other Kentucky Articles" by James Lane Allen is a collection of descriptive articles and short stories written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the natural beauty, social fabric, and agricultural aspects of the Blue-Grass region of Kentucky. It draws comparisons between the landscapes of Kentucky and those of England, highlighting the unique charm and productivity of the area while also discussing its historical and cultural significance. At the start of this work, the author vividly describes the lush, hardy blue-grass that characterizes the Kentucky landscape, emphasizing its importance not only as a visual element but also as a vital resource for local agriculture. The opening portion sets the stage for understanding the natural beauty and the gracefulness of the region's rolling hills and pastures, offering detailed observations about seasonal changes and how they impact both the land and those who depend on it. It introduces a lyrical narrative style that invites readers to appreciate the dual significance of the landscape: its aesthetic appeal and its role in the lives of the Kentuckians who inhabit it. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F396: United States local history: Old Southwest. Lower Mississippi Valley |
| Subject | Kentucky -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Kentucky -- Social life and customs |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43888 |
| Release Date | Oct 5, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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