Jack Ballington, Forester by John Trotwood Moore
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"Jack Ballington, Forester" by John Trotwood Moore is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around Jack Ballington, a forester and agricultural enthusiast, as he navigates his family dynamics, the relationships within his community, and his love for nature and trees. The story is set against the backdrop of the American South, particularly in the beautiful bluegrass region of Tennessee. The opening of the novel introduces readers to
Jack Ballington and his deep connection with nature, as well as provides insight into the lively and complex family dynamics at The Home Stretch farm. Jack's fondness for his younger cousin, affectionately known as Little Sister, is highlighted, along with the strong personalities of their relatives, particularly the old General and Aunt Lucretia. The narrative is marked by reflections on life, growth, and the expectations placed upon Jack, who has aspirations to create a positive change in the world through his knowledge of forestry and agriculture. From the start, the text sets up a rich familial tapestry filled with humor and warmth while hinting at the tensions that arise from diverging ambitions and traditional expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Creator | Moore, John Trotwood, 1858-1929 |
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| Illustrator | Gibbs, George, 1870-1942 |
| Title | Jack Ballington, Forester |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 88.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Foresters -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 45652 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-45652-2 |
| Release Date | May 23, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1053 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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