Summer in Arcady: A Tale of Nature

By James Lane Allen

Book Overview

""Summer in Arcady: A Tale of Nature"" is a novel written by James Lane Allen. The book is set in the lush countryside of Kentucky during the summer season. The story follows the life of a young boy named David, who is spending his summer vacation in Arcady, a small village nestled in the heart of the countryside. David is captivated by the natural beauty of Arcady and spends his days exploring the forests, meadows, and streams. He befriends the local children and together they embark on a series of adventures that bring them closer to nature. As the summer progresses, David learns valuable lessons about life and the natural world. He discovers the importance of preserving the environment and respecting the creatures that inhabit it. The novel is beautifully written, with vivid descriptions of the natural world that transport the reader to the idyllic setting of Arcady. The story is a celebration of nature and the simple pleasures of life. It is a timeless tale that will appeal to readers of all ages who appreciate the beauty and wonder of the natural world.1896. Allen was born on a farm near Lexington, Kentucky. As a young boy, he lived the life of the Southern ante-bellum gentry, but by the time he was a teenager the Civil War and Reconstruction had ushered in a new era for both himself and his family. Later, he moved to New York City to pursue writing full time. Many of his works reflect Kentucky themes. The book begins: Silently summer waxes. The first wave of warmth trembles northward, pauses, flees back, is gone; but it has left an imperishable touch on thousands of delicate things as a glacier scars the rocks. Another wave, more heated, more vitalizing, creeps forward; even while advancing, it has died away amid the common chill. Then follow the sunlit breakers, running faster and farther toward the changeless coast of the North, until over the entire gentle zone settles one deep, tranquil, crystalline, perfumed sea. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417927879
• ISBN13: 9781417927876
• Release Date: July 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"