The Coulee Cricket (1917)

By Axel Leonard Melander

Book Overview

The Coulee Cricket is a novel written by Axel Leonard Melander and published in 1917. The story is set in the coulees, or deep valleys, of Montana during the early 20th century. The protagonist of the novel is a young boy named Johnny, who lives with his family in a small cabin in the coulees. Johnny's father is a hardworking farmer who struggles to make ends meet, while his mother is a loving and supportive presence in his life.As Johnny grows up, he becomes fascinated with the natural world around him, particularly the insects and animals that inhabit the coulees. He develops a special interest in crickets, which he observes and studies in great detail. Through his observations, Johnny learns important lessons about life, love, and the natural world.The novel is a coming-of-age story that explores themes of family, community, and the power of nature. It is a poignant and heartfelt tribute to the beauty and complexity of the natural world, as well as a celebration of the human spirit and the resilience of the human soul. Melander's writing is lyrical and evocative, capturing the essence of the Montana landscape and the people who inhabit it. The Coulee Cricket is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.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: 1166924572
• ISBN13: 9781166924577
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 62 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"