A Girl of the Limberlost

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Set in the iconic Limberlost Swamp of Indiana, the story follows Elnora Comstock, a teenager grappling with her father's tragic death and her mother's attachment to their land. Despite the challenges of poverty and social isolation, Elnora excels academically and as a violinist, striving to earn her mother's approval. The novel explores themes of struggle, survival, and the deep connection between individuals and nature, establishing Gene Stratton-Porter as a prominent voice in American literature.