Lute And Furrow (1922) - Olive Tilford Dargan - Bog

Lute and Furrow is a novel written by Olive Tilford Dargan, first published in 1922. Set in the Appalachian Mountains of Kentucky during the early 20th century, the story follows the lives of two families, the Lutes and the Furrows, and their struggles to survive in a harsh and unforgiving environment.The Lutes are a family of farmers who have lived in the mountains for generations, while the Furrows are a family of wealthy landowners who have recently moved to the area. The two families are brought together when young Lute falls in love with Furrow's daughter, and they must navigate the social and economic divides that separate them.As the story unfolds, the reader is introduced to a cast of colorful characters, including moonshiners, preachers, and outlaws, all of whom play a role in shaping the lives of the Lutes and the Furrows. Through their struggles and triumphs, Dargan paints a vivid portrait of life in the mountains, capturing the beauty and brutality of the land and its people.Lute and Furrow is a powerful and moving novel that explores themes of love, family, class, and identity. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and a celebration of the rich cultural heritage of the Appalachian Mountains.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.