The Well in the Desert

By Adeline Knapp

Book Overview

The Well in the Desert is a novel written by Adeline Knapp. The story is set in the American Southwest during the early 1900s and follows the life of a young woman named Mary, who is left alone in the desert after her husband dies. Mary is forced to survive in the harsh environment, and she soon discovers a well that provides her with the water she needs to survive.As she struggles to make a life for herself in the desert, Mary encounters a variety of characters, including a group of Native Americans who help her learn to live off the land, a wealthy businessman who offers her a job, and a mysterious stranger who seems to be following her.Throughout the novel, Mary must navigate the challenges of living in the desert, including extreme temperatures, dangerous wildlife, and the constant threat of dehydration. She also faces personal challenges as she tries to come to terms with her husband's death and find a new purpose in life.The Well in the Desert is a compelling story of survival, resilience, and the power of the human spirit. It explores themes of loss, love, and the importance of community, and it paints a vivid picture of life in the American Southwest during a time of great change and upheaval.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: 1419158309
• ISBN13: 9781419158308
• Release Date: May 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"