The Mettle of the Pasture

In «The Mettle of the Pasture,» James Lane Allen presents a rich tapestry of rural life in Kentucky, woven with the threads of human resilience and the complexities of familial bonds. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of its protagonist, who grapples with the interplay of personal aspiration and communal expectation. Allen's literary style is marked by lyrical prose and vivid imagery, drawing readers into a world that balances realism with philosophical introspection. Set against the backdrop of an evolving America at the turn of the 20th century, the novel captures the struggles and triumphs of... Next