Goodbye, Jim (1893) - James Whitcomb Riley - Bog

Goodbye, Jim is a novel written by American author James Whitcomb Riley and first published in 1893. The story is set in rural Indiana during the late 19th century and follows the life of a young boy named Jim who is forced to leave his home and family to work in the city. The novel explores themes of poverty, family, and the struggle to find one's place in the world.Jim is a hardworking and ambitious young man who dreams of making a better life for himself and his family. However, his plans are derailed when he is forced to leave home to work in the city. Despite his best efforts, Jim struggles to adapt to life in the city and is eventually forced to return home.Throughout the novel, Riley portrays the harsh realities of life in rural Indiana during the late 19th century. He depicts the struggles of farmers and laborers who were often forced to leave home to find work in the city. The novel also explores the relationships between family members and the sacrifices they make for one another.Goodbye, Jim is a poignant and moving novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people during a time of great social and economic change. Riley's vivid descriptions of rural Indiana and his heartfelt portrayal of the characters make this a timeless classic of American literature.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.