The Angel of Lonesome Hill; A Story of a President

"The Angel of Lonesome Hill; A Story of a President" by Frederick Landis is a tale from the early 1900s that follows John Dale, an old farmer, on his quest to get the President of the United States to pardon his son, who he believes was wrongly convicted. It looks into ideas of fairness, forgiveness, and how everyday folks can connect with those in charge. The story takes place in a quiet, country area around Lonesome Hill, where John Dale and his wife, called "The Angel of Lonesome Hill," live a simple life. As Dale fights for his son and challenges of his time, he gets caught up in the politics of the era and travels to Washington, D.C. His efforts to achieve justice show a lot of emotion as he challenges the President, who represents his last opportunity for hope against the social injustices.