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MacIvor's Folly
Paperback
Mystery & ThrillerGeneral Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025327518
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 304
Weight: 0.94
Height: 0.64 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
MacIvor's Folly is a compelling tale of conviction and the preservation of the natural world set against the backdrop of the Carolina sandhills. The story follows David MacIvor, a man of Scottish descent whose deep-rooted attachment to his land leads him to defy the encroaching forces of commercial development. While a powerful syndicate seeks to transform the region for profit, MacIvor stands firm, dedicated to his vision of conservation and the protection of the vast forests he calls home.
As the pressure from the developers intensifies, the narrative weaves together themes of rugged individualism and personal integrity. MacIvor's struggle is not merely a legal or financial battle but a moral one, testing his resolve and his relationships within the community. Amidst this conflict, a budding romance adds emotional depth to the plot, highlighting the human cost of progress and the value of tradition.
This novel captures the spirit of early 20th-century American life and the eternal conflict between industrial expansion and the preservation of the wilderness. MacIvor's Folly remains a stirring tribute to those who dare to stand against the tide of modernization to protect their heritage and the land they love.
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