Publisher's Synopsis
The Story of the Blount Family: Or A Widow's Toil, Trust, and Triumph is a historical novel written by Theron Brown and published in 1873. The book tells the story of a widow named Mrs. Blount and her struggles to raise her children and keep her family together during the American Civil War. The Blount family is a fictional family, but the book is set against the backdrop of real historical events and includes references to key figures and battles of the war.The novel begins with the death of Mrs. Blount's husband, leaving her to care for their children and run their farm on her own. Despite the challenges she faces, Mrs. Blount is determined to keep her family together and make a success of their farm. As the war breaks out, the family faces new challenges, including the threat of Confederate raiders and Union soldiers.Throughout the book, Mrs. Blount's faith and determination are tested, but she never loses hope. She is supported by her children, who are also strong and resilient. The book is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of family bonds, even in the face of adversity.The Story of the Blount Family is a classic work of American literature and a valuable historical document. It provides a vivid and detailed picture of life during the Civil War, as well as insights into the struggles and triumphs of ordinary people during this tumultuous period in American history.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.
