The Reign of Law: A Tale of the Kentucky Hemp Fields
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ISBN10: 1162766395
ISBN13: 9781162766393
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 408
Weight: 1.20
Height: 0.84 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781162766393
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 408
Weight: 1.20
Height: 0.84 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Reign of Law: A Tale of the Kentucky Hemp Fields is a novel written by American author James Lane Allen. Set in the late 19th century, the book tells the story of a young man named Roger Manners who inherits a farm in the Kentucky hemp fields. Despite being from a wealthy family, Roger decides to live a simple life on the farm and becomes deeply involved in the cultivation of hemp, which was a major cash crop at the time.As Roger becomes more experienced in hemp farming, he begins to see the negative effects of the industry on the local community, including the exploitation of workers and the destruction of the environment. He becomes determined to change the way things are done and sets out to create a more sustainable and ethical way of farming.The novel explores themes of social justice, environmentalism, and the struggle between tradition and progress. It also delves into the complex history of hemp cultivation in Kentucky and the role it played in the state's economy.Overall, The Reign of Law is a thought-provoking and insightful novel that offers a unique perspective on the American South during a time of great change.1900. With illustrations by Harry Fenn and J. C. Earl. Allen was born on a farm near Lexington, Kentucky. As a young boy, he lived the life of the Southern ante-bellum gentry, but by the time he was a teenager the Civil War and Reconstruction had ushered in a new era for both himself and his family. Later, he moved to New York City to pursue writing full time. Many of his works reflect Kentucky themes. In The Reign of Law the main character questions religious orthodoxy and examines Darwinism while attending the College of the Bible in Lexington. At the time of its publication it generated considerable controversy amongst religious communities. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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