'Smiles': A Rose of the Cumberlands

"Smiles: A Rose of the Cumberlands" by Eliot H. Robinson is a story set in the early 1900s, centered on a children's doctor named Donald MacDonald whose vacation takes an unexpected turn when he gets lost in the Cumberlands. He meets a young, cheerful girl known as "Smiles," a beacon of purity and kindness, living a humble life deeply connected to nature despite facing hardship. Lost and initially embarrassed, Donald finds solace and a growing affinity for Smiles, who is nursing a foot injury when they first encounter each other. This meeting ignites a story that contrasts urban sophistication with the simple beauty of the natural world, hinting at a journey filled with heartwarming moments, character growth, and an exploration of love's ability to bridge different worlds.