Jack Shelby

""Jack Shelby: A Story of the Indiana Backwoods"" is a novel written by George Cary Eggleston and published in 1906. The story follows the life of Jack Shelby, a young man living in the backwoods of Indiana during the mid-19th century. Jack is a hardworking and honest individual who is determined to make a better life for himself and his family. He faces numerous challenges and obstacles along the way, including poverty, illness, and the harsh conditions of living in the wilderness. Despite these challenges, Jack remains steadfast in his determination to succeed and ultimately achieves his goals. The novel provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of life in the Indiana backwoods during this time period, highlighting the struggles and triumphs of the people who lived there. It is a compelling and engaging tale of perseverance, hard work, and the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity.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.