The raid of the guerilla / 1911

Name: The raid of the guerilla / 1911
Author: Charles Egbert Craddock

By Charles Egbert Craddock

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A secluded mountain cove braces for a feared guerilla raid as most able-bodied men have been drawn away by war, leaving women, children, and elders vulnerable. A young woman acknowledges guiding a passing Union detachment through a hidden cavern to escape, prompting her family and neighbors to fear exposure and reprisals while debating secrecy and legal peril. The narrative follows domestic anxiety, the woman's account of meeting the detachment's leader and refusing reward, and the community's mixture of loyalty, gossip, and survival amid divided wartime allegiances.

About the Author

Charles Egbert Craddock

Charles Egbert Craddock was the pen name of Mary Noailles Murfree, an American author known for her vivid depictions of life in the Southern Appalachian region. Active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, she contributed significantly to the literary heritage of the American South through her short stories and novels. Her works often explore themes of nature, local culture, and the complexities of rural life. Notable titles include 'way down in Lonesome Cove, which showcases her skill in capturing the essence of the Tennessee mountains, and A Chilhowee Lily, reflecting her deep connection to the landscape and its people.