The Graysons: A Story of Illinois

Name: The Graysons: A Story of Illinois
Author: Edward Eggleston

By Edward Eggleston

Open in WeRead

Explore more books like this:

American Literature Novels Romance

About This Book

The novel portrays life in a young Illinois community, concentrating on courtship, family ties, and neighborly gatherings around a prosperous farm household; a disputed violent incident escalates into arrest, imprisonment, and a coroner's inquest that culminates in a public trial which draws legal strategizing and an appearance by Abraham Lincoln. Interleaving domestic scenes, camp-meeting episodes, and frontier pursuits, the story traces how rumor, popular tradition, and moral conscience shape reputations and destinies, and it follows the legal and personal reckonings that lead to resolutions for several principal characters.

About the Author

Edward Eggleston

Edward Eggleston was an American author and historian, known for his contributions to literature that often reflect the life and culture of 19th-century America. He wrote both fiction and non-fiction, with notable works including "The Hoosier Schoolmaster," which captures the essence of rural life in Indiana, and "The Beginners of a Nation," a historical account of early English settlements in America. Eggleston's storytelling often blends adventure with moral lessons, making his works appealing to both young readers and adults. His narratives provide insight into American life and character during a transformative period in the nation's history.