Goose Creek Folks: A Story of the Kentucky Mountains: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Goose Creek Folks: A Story of the Kentucky Mountains is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Bush, Isabel Graham (1863–1913); Bush, Florence Lilian (1865–1972).
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"Goose Creek Folks: A Story of the Kentucky Mountains" by Isabel Graham Bush and Florence Lilian Bush is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in the Kentucky mountains, focusing on Talitha and her brother Martin Coyle as they return home after a year of schooling. The narrative explores themes of ambition, education, and community life among mountain folk, highlighting the contrasts between their traditional upbringing and the new opportunities that education brings. At the start of the book, Talitha and Martin journey back to Goose Creek, filled with excitement and curiosity about how their family and friends might have changed during their absence. Upon arrival, they encounter various figures from their past, including their neighbor Dan Gooch, who expresses surprise at their transformations. The narrative captures their homecoming sentiments, illustrating Talitha's longing for a better life and her desire to share the knowledge gained from school with the local children. The opening sets the stage for exploring the interplay between personal growth and the deep-rooted traditions of their mountain community.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Goose Creek Folks: A Story of the Kentucky Mountains
- Author credits: Bush, Isabel Graham (1863–1913); Bush, Florence Lilian (1865–1972)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Kentucky -- Fiction
- Mountain life -- Fiction
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
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