The Country is a novel written by William John Grayson and published in 1858. The story is set in rural Virginia during the mid-19th century and follows the lives of a group of farmers and their families. The novel explores themes of love, family, friendship, and the struggles of life in a small, close-knit community. The main character, Harry Percy, is a young farmer who falls in love with the beautiful and intelligent Alice Lee. However, their relationship...