Old Ebenezer - Opie Read - Bog

""Old Ebenezer"" is a novel written by Opie Read, first published in 1890. The story follows the life of Ebenezer Holcomb, a cantankerous old man who lives in a small town in the American South. Despite his gruff exterior, Ebenezer is beloved by many in the town, including his granddaughter, Mary Ann.As the story unfolds, we learn about Ebenezer's past, including his time as a soldier in the Civil War and his experiences as a farmer. We also see how he interacts with the other residents of the town, including his rival, Squire Green, and the young doctor who takes an interest in Mary Ann.Throughout the novel, Read explores themes of aging, family, and community, as well as the changing social and economic landscape of the South in the late 19th century. With its vivid characters and engaging plot, ""Old Ebenezer"" is a classic work of Southern literature that still resonates with readers today.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.