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The Land of Long Ago

By Eliza Calvert Hall

(3.5 stars) β€’ 10 reviews

Embark on a nostalgic journey through an old Southern world, where stories whisper from every corner and the past comes alive through the captivating memories of a beloved aunt.

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2010-05-02
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Summary

"The Land of Long Ago" by Eliza Calvert Hall is a heartwarming tale that follows Aunt Jane and her younger friend as they journey to town, sparking memories and stories of yesteryear. Through Aunt Jane's vivid recollections, the author paints a picture of a close-knit Southern community, filled with eccentric characters and timeless traditions. As Aunt Jane shares anecdotes about her family, neighbors, and the changing landscape, the story carries the reader away to a simpler time, celebrating the enduring spirit of community and the importance of cherishing one's roots. The book explores a world where the past is always present, and the warmth of human connection is a constant comfort.

About the Author

Eliza Caroline "Lida" Obenchain, was an American author, women's rights advocate, and suffragist from Bowling Green, Kentucky. Lida Obenchain, writing under the pen name Eliza Calvert Hall, was widely known early in the twentieth century for her short stories featuring an elderly widowed woman, "Aunt Jane", who plainly spoke her mind about the people she knew and her experiences in the rural south.

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