The Boy from Hollow Hut A Story of the Kentucky Mountains

** "The Boy from Hollow Hut" by Isla May Mullins is a tale woven in the rugged landscape of the Kentucky mountains, where young Steve Langly, a twelve-year-old, yearns for a world beyond his secluded hollow. Driven by ambition and a desire to escape the confines of his rural existence, Steve's journey begins with a chance encounter with city dwellers, igniting a spark that fuels his dreams of education and broader experiences. His determination shines through as he confronts his father's skepticism about city life and education while holding onto a promise of a watch from a stranger, a symbol of the new life he craves, setting the stage for a coming-of-age story filled with hardship, self-discovery, and the pursuit of a brighter future amidst the daunting challenges of mountain life. **