Milly At Love's Extremes A Romance of the Southland

by Maurice Thompson

Overview

Excerpt: "A man stood on the jutting shoulder of a mountain overlooking a long, narrow valley, whose scattering houses and irregular farm-plats, seen through the clear air of that high region, appeared scarcely a gun-shot distant, when in fact they were miles away. It was early morning; the sun had barely cleared the highest peaks in the east, and the landscape, albeit a mid-winter one, was wonderfully rich in colors. On the oak trees the leaves still clung in heavy brown, green and russet masses; the hickory forests, though leafless, made bits of tender gray along the lower valley-slopes, whilst high up toward the mountain tops, the billowy wilderness of pines, cedars and chestnut trees added their variegated patch-work that gradually rose and shaded off into the blue of distance. In some places where storms, or the needs of man, had removed the oak woods, a dense, frondous mass of young pines had leaped up with a greenness full of a soft yellow glow. The sunshine and the wind of the South were flowing over this scene, and there were fragrant odors and balsamic pungency in every wave."

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783985311439
Publisher:	Otbebookpublishing
Publication date:	07/31/2021
Series:	Classics To Go
Sold by:	Bookwire
Format:	eBook
Pages:	156
File size:	1 MB
Age Range:	5 Years

About the Author

Maurice Thompson (1844-1901) was an American novelist, poet, and naturalist whose life and work offer a fascinating glimpse into the post-Civil War South. Born in Fairfield, Indiana, Thompson moved to Georgia with his family, where he later served as a Confederate soldier. After the war, he became a surveyor and engineer, experiences that deeply influenced his writing.Thompson's literary contributions are notable for their vivid depictions of Southern landscapes and their exploration of themes such as nature, love, and regional identity. His works often reflect a deep appreciation for the natural world, a perspective shaped by his background as a naturalist and his passion for archery, which he chronicled in his popular book "The Witchery of Archery" (1878). This book is credited with sparking a renewed interest in the sport in America.A significant figure in the literary scene of his time, Thompson was also a vocal advocate for the reconciliation between the North and South, a stance that earned him both admiration and controversy. His progressive views on race and his support for the education and upliftment of African Americans were revolutionary for his era, positioning him as a forward-thinking intellectual.Thompson's influence extended to contemporary writers, including his brother, Will H. Thompson, and he was a mentor to younger Southern authors. His ability to blend romance, adventure, and social commentary in his works has left a lasting legacy, making him a compelling figure for modern readers interested in the complexities of American history and literature.Maurice Thompson's life and writings offer a rich tapestry of the American South's cultural and natural heritage, making him a significant, though often overlooked, literary figure of the 19th century.
James Maurice Thompson (September 9, 1844 – February 15, 1901) was an American novelist, poet, essayist, archer and naturalist.