Scott Burton in the Blue Ridge

Name: Scott Burton in the Blue Ridge
Author: Edward G. Cheyney

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A Forest Service supervisor sent to manage timber sales in the North Carolina mountains contends with logging disputes, timber thieves, contract wrangling, and a long-standing local feud. The narrative follows his work to organize bids, investigate illicit operations such as hidden stills, rescue townspeople, and cooperate with law enforcement while facing attempts at arson and violent confrontations. Episodes alternate practical forest-management challenges with tense personal encounters among rival families and opportunists, and the protagonist’s steady enforcement and negotiation gradually bring the community’s conflicts toward resolution.

About the Author

Edward G. Cheyney

Edward G. Cheyney was an American author known for his engaging tales centered around the character Scott Burton, a forester navigating the challenges of nature and human conflict. His works, including "Scott Burton and the Timber Thieves" and "Scott Burton in the Blue Ridge," reflect a deep appreciation for the outdoors and the complexities of forest management. Cheyney's narratives often blend adventure with themes of environmental stewardship, making his stories both entertaining and thought-provoking. Through his writing, he contributed to the literary heritage of early 20th-century American fiction, particularly in the realm of outdoor literature.

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