Down the Ravine

Name: Down the Ravine
Author: Charles Egbert Craddock

By Charles Egbert Craddock

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The narrative follows a resourceful mountain youth who tries to escape family poverty by saving for a horse, undertaking risky tasks such as climbing cliffs to secure a fox scalp for bounty and working long hours for a neighboring tanner whose mule the household depends on. Set among the laurel and crags of the Cumberland region, the story sketches rural customs, barter and labor arrangements, and small-town rivalries, while portraying the boy's restless ambition, daily hardships, and the natural landscape that shapes community life.

About the Author

Charles Egbert Craddock

Charles Egbert Craddock was the pen name of Mary Noailles Murfree, an American author known for her vivid depictions of life in the Southern Appalachian region. Active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, she contributed significantly to the literary heritage of the American South through her short stories and novels. Her works often explore themes of nature, local culture, and the complexities of rural life. Notable titles include 'way down in Lonesome Cove, which showcases her skill in capturing the essence of the Tennessee mountains, and A Chilhowee Lily, reflecting her deep connection to the landscape and its people.