The Choir Invisible

By James Lane Allen

Book Overview

The choir invisible explores the tension between untamed wilderness and the rise of human settlement, using the backdrop of early Kentucky to highlight the clash between nature s raw beauty and the ambitions of those who seek to shape it. The novel reflects on how individuals strive to carve out a sense of purpose and belonging in a place where the familiar is stripped away. Through the depiction of settlers adjusting to a new world, it examines the delicate balance between personal aspirations and the expectations imposed by society. The wilderness serves as both a challenge and a source of inspiration, influencing the choices people make and the identities they forge. The work underscores the enduring conflict between personal desire and external duty, revealing how love and longing are shaped by the constraints of a developing society. The journey of individuals in the face of these pressures reveals deeper questions about selfhood, sacrifice, and what it means to truly belong in an evolving landscape.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9371816597
• ISBN13: 9789371816595
• Release Date: August 2025
• Publisher: Double 9 Books
• Length: 162 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"