Pickett's Gap by Homer Greene

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Author Greene, Homer, 1853-1940
Title Pickett's Gap
Note Reading ease score: 81.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Pickett's Gap" by Homer Greene is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Abner Pickett, a proud and strong-willed farmer who struggles with his son Charlie's desire to pursue surveying instead of farming, creating tension between them. The narrative explores themes of family conflict, land ownership, and reverence for the dead, set against the backdrop of impending railroad development threatening Abner's beloved homestead and family graveyard. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Abner Pickett, who is deeply affected by the recent death of his daughter-in-law and the strain it puts on his relationship with his son, Charlie. The dynamic shifts further when Charlie, drawn to surveying, wishes to escape the burdens of farm life, leading to a confrontation with Abner, who values their land above all. Following their argument, Charlie leaves in anger, and years pass with Charlie still estranged. Then, in a new turn of events, Charlie is recruited into a railroad project that jeopardizes Abner's land. Meanwhile, young Dannie, Abner's grandson, grapples with the loss of his father and the family lore surrounding the graveyard, setting in motion a series of events that challenge familial ties and raise questions about legacy and respect for the past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Fathers and sons -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Country life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Grandfathers -- Juvenile fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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