The Ordeal - Charles Egbert Craddock - Bog

The Ordeal: A Mountain Romance Of Tennessee is a novel written by Charles Egbert Craddock and first published in 1912. The story is set in the Appalachian Mountains of Tennessee and follows the life of a young woman named Ruth Henshaw. Ruth is a strong-willed and independent woman who is determined to live life on her own terms. She is deeply in love with a local man named Jack Rutherford, but their relationship is complicated by the fact that Jack is engaged to another woman.As the story unfolds, Ruth faces a series of challenges and obstacles that test her strength and resilience. She must navigate the social and cultural norms of her community, confront her own fears and insecurities, and fight for her right to love and be loved.The Ordeal is a classic romance novel that explores themes of love, courage, and perseverance in the face of adversity. It is a poignant and powerful portrayal of life in the Appalachian Mountains at the turn of the 20th century, and a testament to the enduring spirit of the human heart.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.