When 'Bear Cat' Went Dry by Charles Neville Buck
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"When 'Bear Cat' Went Dry" by Charles Neville Buck is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in the Appalachian region and follows the tumultuous relationship between Turner Stacy, nicknamed Bear Cat, and his father, Lone Stacy, who engages in illegal moonshining as a means of survival. The narrative intertwines themes of family loyalty, youthful rebellion, and the struggle against personal demons, particularly alcohol, as Turner seeks
his place in a world that offers limited opportunities. The opening of the novel introduces us to the Stacy family, with Lone Stacy's stern demeanor contrasting sharply with the aspirations of his son, Turner. As he searches for his missing son, Lone expresses frustration with Turner’s reluctance to assist with their moonshining operation. We learn that Turner, though physically strong, wrestles with an inner conflict related to his identity and a burgeoning desire for a better life. The narrative draws readers into the harsh realities of mountain life, emphasizing the tension between family responsibilities and personal desires, setting the stage for the family's struggles against societal norms and interpersonal conflicts that loom ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Buck, Charles Neville, 1879-1957 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Gage, George W., 1887-1957 |
| Title | When 'Bear Cat' Went Dry |
| Credits |
Produced by David Garcia and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Kentuckiana Digital Library) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Mountain life -- Fiction |
| Subject | Cumberland Mountains -- Fiction |
| Subject | Temperance -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34057 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-34057-9 |
| Release Date | Oct 11, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 590 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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