Eben Holden a Tale of the North Country

Eben Holden: A Tale of the North Country is a novel written by Irving Bacheller that was first published in 1900. The story takes place in the late 19th century in the rural areas of northern New York State. The book is a coming-of-age tale that follows the life of a young man named Willie Brower. Willie is an orphan who is taken in by his uncle and aunt, but he finds it difficult to adjust to life with them. He meets Eben Holden, a larger-than-life character who becomes his mentor and friend. Eben is a rugged, outdoorsman who is wise and kind. He teaches Willie about life, love, and the importance of hard work.The novel explores themes such as family, friendship, love, and the struggles of rural life. It is also a story of the changing times, as Willie witnesses the transition from horse-drawn carriages to automobiles and the impact it has on the community. Eben Holden: A Tale of the North Country is a heartwarming and nostalgic novel that captures the essence of small-town life in America at the turn of the century. It is a classic piece of American literature that has stood the test of time and continues to be enjoyed by readers today.1900. The book begins: Of all the people that ever went west that expedition was the most remarkable. A small boy in a big basket on the back of a jolly old man, who carried a cane in one hand, a rifle in the other; a black dog serving as scout, skirmisher and rear guard-that was the size of it. They were the survivors of a ruined home in the north of Vermont, and were traveling far into the valley of the St. Lawrence, but with no particular destination. 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.